The lump sum cost that remains unchanged in total despite of changes in total volume is classified as __________?

Correct answer: C. fixed overhead cost

  • A. unchanged price
  • B. unchanged cost
  • C. fixed overhead cost
  • D. variable overhead costFinance

Explanation

A fixed overhead cost remains constant in total within the relevant activity range, even when production volume changes. Variable overhead, in contrast, changes in total with activity.

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