Even If Production Costs Are Higher in a Foreign Country

question 49

Multiple Choice

Even if production costs are higher in a foreign country, a U.S. firm may establish a manufacturing plant in the foreign country now if:

• A) the host government of that country eliminates all quotas.
• B) the host government of that country reduces all quotas.
• C) the host government of that country increases all quotas.
• D) the host government of that country eliminates all tariffs.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor-Hours

The total hours worked by employees who are directly involved in the production of goods.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to apply manufacturing overhead to products or job orders, calculated before the period begins based on estimated costs and activities.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

The portion of manufacturing overhead costs that vary with the level of production, such as utilities and materials.

Direct Labor-Hours

The cumulative hours employees spend directly participating in the manufacturing process.