Which of the following costs would not be considered part of the manufacturing overhead of a chemical plant?
A)The costs of disposing of toxic waste materials
B)Salaries of factory medical personnel
C)Salaries of employees who operate distilling equipment used in the production process
D)The cost of complying with federal safety regulations concerning plant operations

Question

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Salaries of employees who operate distilling equipment used in the production process are considered direct labor costs, not manufacturing overhead. Manufacturing overhead includes all costs associated with manufacturing except direct materials and direct labor.

Which of the Following Costs Would Not Be Considered Part