Direct cost incurred can be identified with_______________?

Correct answer: B. Each unit of output

  • A. Each Department
  • B. Each unit of output
  • C. Each Month
  • D. Each Executive

Explanation

A direct cost can be traced economically and specifically to each unit of output, such as the material used in that unit. Department, month and executive may be cost classifications, but they do not define a direct cost.

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