The methods used to allocate costs of reciprocal support departments include ____________?

Correct answer: D. all of aboveHire An Accountant

  • A. direct method
  • B. step down
  • C. reciprocal method
  • D. all of aboveHire An Accountant

Explanation

Support-department costs may be allocated using the direct method, step-down method, or reciprocal method. Since all three are recognized allocation approaches, the combined option is correct.

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