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ABSORBED COSTS

The costs of manufacturing that are not related to production. They can be taxes, insurance, and building expenses. These costs are linked to a separate account.

ABNORMAL VARIATION

An error in the system or theft that can cause significant reduction in a company’s inventory. The loss exceeds the normal allowable level.

ABSORPTION

1. Accounting: When related accounts are absorbed into each other. Called an absorption account. 2. Economics: Total amount spent by a country on goods and services. Account deficits or surplus occurs when

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