Which One of the Following Characteristics Is Associated with Standard

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following characteristics is associated with standard cost variance analysis for manufacturing overhead under a traditional versus an activity-based cost (ABC) system?

A) The total manufacturing overhead variance will be the same under either system.
B) The traditional cost system does not meet the current International Financial Reporting Standards for internal control and product costing.
C) The traditional system, but not the ABC system, is acceptable for income tax purposes.
D) Cost variances under an ABC system must be closed to cost of goods sold (CGS) , while those calculated under a traditional system can also be prorated (allocated) to CGS and inventory accounts.
E) Under both cost systems a flexible budget (FB) is used for control purposes.