The Choices Below Depict Five Costs of Benton Corporation and a Possible

question 9

Multiple Choice

The choices below depict five costs of Benton Corporation and a possible driver for each cost. Which of these choices likely contains an inappropriate cost driver?

• A) Gasoline consumed; number of miles driven.
• B) Manufacturing overhead incurred in a heavily automated facility; direct labor hours.
• C) Sales commissions; gross sales revenue.
• D) Building maintenance cost; building square footage.
• E) Human resources department cost; number of employees.

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Definitions:

Form Stereotypes

The process of creating oversimplified beliefs about a group of people or a category of things, often leading to prejudice and generalizations.

Acting Aggressively

Exhibiting behavior that is forceful, potentially harmful, or designed to dominate or intimidate others.

Noisy Neighbor

A term referring to individuals or entities in close proximity causing disruptive sound, often leading to discomfort or annoyance.

Assertive Salesperson

A salesperson who confidently and firmly communicates the value and benefits of a product or service to potential buyers.