Which cost is normally classified as a direct cost of a particular product?

Correct answer: C. Wood used in making a specific table

  • A. Factory rent for the production building
  • B. Salary of the production supervisor
  • C. Wood used in making a specific table
  • D. Electricity used by the entire factory

Explanation

Wood can be traced directly and economically to the table being produced, so it is a direct material cost. Factory rent, supervisory salary and general electricity are normally treated as indirect overheads.

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