Consider the Following Statements About Joint Product Cost Allocation

Multiple Choice

Consider the following statements about joint product cost allocation:
I. Joint product cost is allocated because it is necessary for inventory valuation.
II. Joint product cost is allocated because it is necessary for making economic decisions about individual products (e.g., sell at split-off or process further) .
III. Joint cost may be allocated to products by using several different methods.
Which of the above statements is (are) correct?

A) I only.
B) III only.
C) I and II.
D) I and III.
E) I, II, and III.