alleryStart learning →In a true job cost system, when is the job budget prepared?
ABefore the job begins
BAt the audit stage
CAfter job completion
DAt financial year end
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Before the job begins
The budget is set in advance so actual costs can be compared with it as they accrue.
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