Cornerstones of Cost Management (Cornerstones Series)
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Author: Don R. Hansen, Maryanne M. Mowen
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Chapter 10, Problem 31P
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To determine
Explain the reasons for the segment information prepared for public reporting purpose may not be appropriate for the evaluation of segment management performance.
2.
To determine
Describe the possible behavioral impact of Corporation W’s segment managers in case their performance is evaluated on the basis of information in annual financial report.
3.
To determine
Identify and define several types of financial information that would be more appropriate for Person G to review while evaluating the performance of segment managers
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Cornerstones of Cost Management (Cornerstones Series)
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