Hypes Clinic Uses the Direct Method to Allocate Service Department

question 28

Multiple Choice

Hypes Clinic uses the direct method to allocate service department costs to operating departments. The clinic has two service departments, Personnel and Support, and two operating departments, Prenatal and Pediatrics.
Personnel Department costs are allocated on the basis of employee hours and Support Department costs are allocated on the basis of space occupied in square feet. The total Pediatrics Department cost after the allocations of service department costs is closest to:

• A) $1,036,914
• B) $1,036,040
• C) $1,024,310
• D) $1,033,809

---

Definitions:

Galanin

A peptide neurotransmitter involved in various physiological processes including modulation of pain, feeding, and memory.

Night Shift Worker

An individual who is employed in work hours scheduled during the evening or night, often resulting in altered sleep patterns and potential health risks.

Light Breakfast

A small or modest morning meal that is easier to prepare and consume, typically including foods like fruits, bread, or cereals.

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)

A neurological disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs, usually due to uncomfortable sensations.