What is an overhead absorption rate used for? a. share out common costs over benefiting cost centers b. charge overheads to products c. find the total overheads for a cost center d. control overheads
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This means that option b, "charge overheads to products," is the correct answer. The overhead absorption rate is calculated by dividing the total overhead costs by a suitable cost driver, such as direct labor hours or machine hours. This rate is then applied to Show more…
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