A ________ Is a Factor That Causes the Cost of an Activity

question 46

Short Answer

A ________ is a factor that causes the cost of an activity to go up and down.

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Definitions:

Performance Report

A document that evaluates the output, efficiency, and effectiveness of an individual's or organization's performance.

Direct Expenses

Costs that can be directly tied to the production of specific goods or services, such as raw materials and labor.

Indirect Expenses

Costs that are not directly attributable to a specific cost object, such as a product or department, including utilities, rent, and administrative salaries.

Administrative Costs

Expenses related to the general operation of a business, including salaries of executive officers, legal and clerical work, and office supplies.