Differences Between Direct and Indirect Costs in Cost Accounting

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What are the two main types of production costs that companies incur?

The two main types of production costs that companies incur are variable costs and fixed costs.

What is the key difference between variable costs and fixed costs?

Variable costs change based on the amount of output produced, while fixed costs remain the same regardless of production output.

Name three examples of variable costs mentioned in the passage.

Three examples of variable costs mentioned in the passage are labor, commissions, and raw materials.

What are some examples of fixed costs that a company may incur?

Examples of fixed costs mentioned in the passage include lease and rental payments, insurance, and interest payments.

How are factory overhead costs accounted for in the cost of the final product?

Factory overhead costs are added to the cost of the final product along with the direct material and direct labor costs.

Learn about the distinctions between direct and indirect costs in the context of cost accounting. Direct costs involve expenses related to the production of a specific product or service, while indirect costs are general expenses not directly tied to a particular product.

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