The Purpose of the Cost Accounting System Is to

question 55

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the cost accounting system is to

• A) produce information for inventory valuation
• B) authorize release of raw materials
• C) direct the movement of work-in-process
• D) determine material requirements

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