Cost Accounting, Student Value Edition (15th Edition)
Cost Accounting, Student Value Edition (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780133428858
Author: Charles T. Horngren, Srikant M. Datar, Madhav V. Rajan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 19, Problem 19.1Q

Describe two benefits of improving quality.

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Quality

Quality is the special trait possessed by a product that satisfies the needs and wants of the consumers of that product.

To determine: Benefits of improving quality.

Answer to Problem 19.1Q

The benefits of improving quality are following:

  • Improvement in quality reduces the cost of production of a product.
  • Fine quality of goods provides more satisfaction to its consumers.
  • Good quality products generate regular incomes and higher long term revenues for the firm.

Explanation of Solution

  • Quality of a product signifies the special characteristics and attribute possessed by that product.
  • Today, managers are finding new and innovative ways to reduce their cost of production and enhance the quality of their product to gain market share and goodwill.
Conclusion

Hence, a quality product provides satisfaction to its customers and generates high revenues for their company.

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