Which of these best reflects a distinguishing factor between a job order cost system and a process cost system?
A) The detail at which costs are calculated.
B) The time period each covers.
C) The number of work in process accounts.
D) The manufacturing cost elements included.

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A job order cost system typically uses multiple work in process accounts for each job, while a process cost system uses a single work in process account for the entire process.

Which of These Best Reflects a Distinguishing Factor Between a Job