A factory janitor's wages would be classified as ________ when determining the cost of a manufactured product.
A)an indirect cost
B)a direct cost
C)a period cost
D)none of the above

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An indirect cost is a cost that cannot be directly traced to a specific product or service, but is necessary for the production process. The wages of a factory janitor fall under indirect cost as the janitor's wage cannot be traced directly to the production of a specific product.

A Factory Janitor's Wages Would Be Classified as ________ When