________ Is Based on Comparison of Processes with a Direct

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Short Answer

________ is based on comparison of processes with a direct adversary in industry.

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Definitions:

Prime Cost

The combined costs of raw materials and direct labor involved in the production of a product.

Manufacturing Overhead

Refers to all the indirect costs associated with the production process, such as utilities, maintenance, and salaries of supervisors that are not directly tied to the creation of a product.

Administrative Costs

Expenses related to the general operation of a business, including salaries of executive staff, office supplies, and utilities.

Indirect Costs

Costs that are not directly assignable to a specific product or project, such as rent, utilities, and managerial salaries.