Cost Accounting Concepts
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What is the primary function of cost accounting?

  • To manage employee salaries and benefits
  • To advise management on optimizing business practices based on cost efficiency and capability (correct)
  • To track the company's stock market performance
  • To provide detailed financial reports for external stakeholders
  • When did modern cost accounting originate?

  • During the industrial revolution (correct)
  • In the early 20th century
  • In ancient civilizations
  • During the Renaissance period
  • What is the end goal of cost accounting?

  • To advise management on how to optimize business practices and processes based on cost efficiency and capability (correct)
  • To maximize profits for shareholders
  • To ensure compliance with labor laws
  • To minimize tax liabilities
  • How does cost accounting contribute to financial accounting?

    <p>By providing detailed cost information for use by managers in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of cost accounting in controlling operations?

    <p>To provide detailed cost information that management needs to control current operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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