alleryStart learning →The machine hour rate suits which kind of industry?
ALabour intensive
BHand crafted goods
CTrading concerns
DHighly mechanised
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Highly mechanised
With heavy mechanisation most cost arises from machine use, so machine hours are the right base.
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