Growth in the Direct-Selling Industry Is the Result of Two

question 4

Multiple Choice

Growth in the direct-selling industry is the result of two trends: (1) direct selling retailers are expanding into markets outside the United States and (2)

• A)increased gas prices and traffic congestion are causing people to want the store to deliver the products to them.
• B)the pendulum is beginning to swing back to more mothers (and fathers)staying home during the day with children,making direct selling more convenient.
• C)the purchase or lease of real estate to build an actual "brick" retail store is becoming prohibitive.
• D)graduating business students are finding it more difficult to find a traditional sales position and like the idea of being their own bosses.
• E)some consumers prefer one-on-one customer service and a social shopping experience rather than online shopping or big discount stores.

Calculate unit product costs for specific jobs.

Estimate the total manufacturing overhead for different departments.

Determine the predetermined overhead rate for various departments.

Understand the calculation of total job costs.

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Definitions:

SCADA System

Stands for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, a system used for controlling and monitoring industrial processes remotely.

Host Computer

A main computer that controls other computers, PLCs, or computer peripherals.

Allen-Bradley Data Highway

A proprietary network protocol developed by Allen-Bradley for industrial control and automation systems, facilitating communication between devices.

Proprietary Communications Network

A communication system designed and used by a single organization or entity, often closed to external access.