Which of the following activity bases would be the most appropriate for food costs of
A hospital?
A)Number of cooks scheduled to work
B)Number of x-rays taken
C)Number of patients who stay in the hospital
D)Number of scheduled surgeries

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The most appropriate activity base for food costs of a hospital is the number of patients who stay in the hospital. This is because the number of patients directly affects the amount of food that needs to be prepared and served, and thus the associated costs. X-rays taken, number of scheduled surgeries, and number of cooks scheduled to work are not directly related to food costs.

Which of the Following Activity Bases Would Be the Most