Construction Accounting And Financial Management (4th Edition)
Construction Accounting And Financial Management (4th Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780135232873
Author: Steven J. Peterson MBA PE
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 1DQ

What is the difference between an allowance and a reimbursement? How does this difference affect labor burden?

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Differentiate allowance and reimbursement and its effect on labor burden.

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The allowances are paid to cover the out of pocket expenses of the employee; whereas the reimbursements are made to cover the actual expense of the employee. The allowances are subject to employment and income tax; whereas reimbursements are non-taxable.

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