The cost of electric power should be apportioned over different departments according to
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horsepower of motors
Incorrect Answernumber of light points
Incorrect Answerhorsepower multiplied by machine hours
Correct Answermachine hours
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Apportioning the cost of electric power among different departments should reflect both the capacity and the usage of electrical equipment.
- Option 1: Horsepower of motors - Only indicates the power capacity but not actual consumption.
- Option 2: Number of light points - Relates to lighting, not comprehensive power usage.
- Option 3: Horsepower multiplied by machine hours - Correct. This option considers both the capacity (horsepower) and the duration of use (machine hours), providing a balanced metric for apportioning power costs accurately.
- Option 4: Machine hours - Reflects usage time but lacks power capacity information.
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