Classification by Behavior
Classification by Behavior
Classification by Behavior
st which changes with changes in the volume of activity a cost which has both fixed and variable components
Classification by Function Costs can be a cost which is necessary to produce a finished product a cost which is necessary to run the business during a specified fiscal period
Classification by Traceability Costs can be a cost which is incurred for the benefit of one specific product (cost object) a cost which is incurred for the benefit of more than one cost object or which cannot be easily or efficiently traced to a specific cost object
Classification by Controllability Costs can be a cost which can be affected (controlled) at the hierarchical level which is being measured a cost which cannot be affected (controlled) at the hierarchical level which is being measured
Classification by Relevance Costs can be a cost which has already been incurred and cannot be avoided or changed regardless of future actions -of-pocket a cost which requires future cash outlays a cost measured as the loss of potential benefits by choosing one course of action over another