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What is the main consideration when selecting distribution criteria for costs?

The complexity of measurement involved

The total amount of costs being distributed

The logic and appropriateness of the selected criterion (correct)

The uniformity of cost classes across all companies

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor for distributing costs?

Personnel assigned to the center or place

Type of product manufactured (correct)

Installed power

Square meters of occupied surface

In what way can electrical energy consumption be measured for cost distribution?

Calculating based on the average power of devices only

Estimating based on previous month’s bill

Using a flat rate for each department

Installing counters in each location to measure usage (correct)

What is a potential downside to measuring consumption directly for cost distribution?

It can lead to high costs and complexity Signup and view all the answers

Which distribution criterion is suggested for labor costs?

Direct measurement based on staffed hours per person Signup and view all the answers

How should amortization and equipment costs be allocated?

Based on the usage and service requirements Signup and view all the answers

Why might it be impractical to always measure consumption directly?

Due to the cost involved in setting up such measurements Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between cost distribution criteria and company practices?

Cost distribution can vary significantly between companies depending on their practices Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of cost statistics in accounting?

To simplify and facilitate information Signup and view all the answers

What are internal statistics primarily aimed at?

Checking control purposes and calculations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes economic statistics?

Statistics expressed solely in monetary units Signup and view all the answers

What type of statistics would be labeled as 'economic-technical'?

Statistics expressed in both physical and monetary units Signup and view all the answers

What role do auxiliary places play in cost statistics?

They provide additional support in cost allocation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of internal statistics?

They usually consist of double-entry tables Signup and view all the answers

The liquidation of cost statistics mainly involves what?

Distributing different types of costs Signup and view all the answers

How can different types of internal statistics be classified?

By the units they are expressed in Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in preparing the components for terrazzo production?

Weighing the various components Signup and view all the answers

Which equipment is used to transport materials from the storage area?

Pneumatic wheel loaders Signup and view all the answers

What process occurs after the components are mixed in concrete mixers?

Pressing of the mixtures Signup and view all the answers

What is responsible for removing moisture from the terrazzo during production?

Electrical panels in the drying section Signup and view all the answers

In which section is the terrazzo product finished?

Polishing section Signup and view all the answers

How is the energy necessary for the production process obtained?

Using an electric generator owned by the company Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the terrazzo after it has been polished?

It is packaged and transferred to the warehouse Signup and view all the answers

Which machinery maintenance aspect is mentioned in the production process?

Conservation and maintenance department Signup and view all the answers

What types of costs are primarily distributed in the liquidation process?

Indirect costs, including selected direct costs Signup and view all the answers

Which phase involves the conversion of physical units into monetary units?

Economic valuation phase Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the distribution phase in the cost liquidation process?

Generating primary or autonomous costs for cost centers Signup and view all the answers

Which unit of measurement is NOT typically used in the physical measurement phase?

Financial dollars Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the economic valuation phase?

To convert physical consumption measurements into monetary terms Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a phase involved in the cost liquidation process?

Financial speculation Signup and view all the answers

The final phase of the liquidation process is primarily concerned with:

Redistributing costs among various cost centers Signup and view all the answers

How are direct costs treated in the liquidation process?

They may be distributed if required by characteristics. Signup and view all the answers

What does the equation CT 1 = C 1 + 20% CT 2 represent?

The total cost of section 1 accounting for its own costs and a portion of section 2's costs. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of reciprocal relationships, what does the term 'self-consumption' refer to?

The use of resources by one section to repair its own equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of incorporating self-consumption into cost equations?

To accurately represent all costs incurred within each section. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the structure represented by the generalization of 'n' reciprocal places?

It demonstrates how various sections influence each other's total costs reciprocally. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component represented by 'C' in the equations?

Intermediate costs related to a specific cost section. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a correct understanding of the involvement of percentages in cost equations?

Percentages indicate the amount each section must contribute to the total costs of another section. Signup and view all the answers

What would happen if the percentages in the cost equations were increased?

The total costs for each section would increase accordingly. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'CT n' represent in the provided equations?

The total costs associated with section 'n'. Signup and view all the answers

What does CT represent in the cost calculations?

Total cost of the main place Signup and view all the answers

In cases where only an auxiliary service exists to main places, what constitutes the total cost?

Sum of primary and additional costs from auxiliaries Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula used to calculate secondary cost Cs for main section A?

Cs A = t A1 CT 1 + t A2 CT 2 Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is the cost of main sections calculated without reciprocal benefits?

When there are auxiliary services to auxiliary and main Signup and view all the answers

What is required to calculate the total cost (CT) in complex cases?

Matrix approaches for settlements Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is part of the formula for total cost CT of a main section?

Primary cost Cp along with adjustments from auxiliaries Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cost represented as in the equations provided?

Cp Signup and view all the answers

What aspect complicates the calculation of total costs in reciprocal auxiliaries?

Interrelation of assignments and their costs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Management Accounting: Cost Centers and Classes

Cost centers are locations of activity, used for accurate identification of functions and responsibilities.
Cost centers are basic units where cost elements are transformed into cost carriers.
Cost centers can be categorized as main or auxiliary.
Main cost centers directly participate in the value creation of the product.
Auxiliary cost centers do not directly participate but support the primary activity, such as maintenance, repairs, or electricity.

Main Cost Centers

Procurement/Purchasing section manages supplies and materials.
Transformation/Production section encompasses activities related to the production process.
Sales section handles product distribution, billing, and sales administration.

Auxiliary Cost Centers

These support main cost centers.
Examples include maintenance, repair, and conservation services.
Electric generators, and other auxiliary services fall into this category.

Cost Statistics

Cost statistics, or distribution charts, are used for simple and complex cost distributions.
Internal statistics help with information and calculation validation.
Cost accounting often uses physical and monetary units in its calculations.

Distribution and Redistribution of Costs

The distribution phase involves assigning costs to specific cost centers.
The redistribution phase distributes auxiliary costs to corresponding primary locations.
The process considers direct and indirect costs.

Types of Auxiliary Centers

Common auxiliaries transfer costs to other auxiliaries or none/one main place.
Reciprocal auxiliaries transfer costs to more than one cost center.

Examples of Cost Allocation Methods

Providing allocations based on the surface area of the site.
Using allocation based on the number of employees working in the location/center.
Using allocation based on consumption (e.g., electrical usage).

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Dive into the essentials of cost centers in management accounting. This quiz covers the distinctions between main and auxiliary cost centers, highlighting their roles in value creation and operational support. Test your understanding of the various sections involved in procurement, production, and maintenance.