Define the Concept of Cost Allocation

question 23

Essay

Define the concept of cost allocation. Can internal IT costs be viewed as an expense to business units? Why or why not?

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Definitions:

FIFO Method

A process costing method in which equivalent units and unit costs relate only to work done during the current period.

Process Costing System

A technique for evaluating the cost of production where costs are assigned to batches of products, typically applicable in manufacturing environments where products are identical.

Dust Density Sensors

Devices used to measure the concentration of particulate matter in the air to monitor pollution levels or workplace safety.

First-In, First-Out Method

An inventory valuation method assuming that the first items purchased are also the first items sold.