Anderson-EOG Inc

question 1

Essay

Anderson-EOG Inc. is evaluating the the construction of a gas pipeline to bring natural gas from Western New York state to New York City. The controller argues that depreciation has to be included among the expenses. The Treasurer argues that depreciation is irrelevant because it does not affect cash flow. Who is correct?

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Definitions:

Ending Inventories

The final quantity and value of materials, work-in-process, and finished goods that a company holds at the end of an accounting period.

Direct Labor Budget

A projection of the total costs associated with the direct labor needed for a specific period, based on projected levels of production or services.

Direct Labor-Hour

Direct labor-hour refers to the amount of labor time spent by workers directly manufacturing a product or delivering a service, used as a basis for allocating overhead costs.

Labor Rate

The amount paid per hour of labor, including wages and sometimes additional benefits, for direct and indirect labor.