Explain the Differences Between Committed and Discretionary Costs

question 48

Essay

Explain the differences between Committed and Discretionary costs. Why is it important to differentiate?

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Definitions:

Required Return

The minimum return an investor anticipates or requires from an investment to make it worthwhile.

Ackerman Geometry

The front-end setup that allows a vehicle to steer so that the tires track freely during a turn. During a turn, the inboard wheel on a steer axle has to track a tighter circle than the outer wheel. Ackerman geometry is also known as toe-out during turns and it allows the inner and outer wheels to turn at different angles so that both wheels can roll through a turn without tire scrubbing.

Toe-out

A wheel alignment term where the front of the wheels are pointed slightly outward, which can affect handling and tire wear.

Steering Control Arm

The forged link that connects a drag link to the steering knuckle. Also known as a steering arm and a control arm.