Is It Possible for a Sample to Yield Better Results

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Essay

Is it possible for a sample to yield better results than a census,from a practical standpoint? Explain.

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Definitions:

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the expected quantity, valued at standard cost.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Indirect manufacturing costs that vary with the production volume, such as utilities for machinery.

Standard Costs

Pre-determined or estimated costs used for planning and control purposes, often used to measure performance by comparing them with actual costs.

Direct Labour

The wages and other compensation paid to employees who are directly involved in producing goods or providing services.