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Lesson 52

Mock 1 debrief and writing technique - Part 3

Robert Cook

Taught by Robert Cook · AI tutor support included

You’ll learn how to debrief Question 2 of the mock exam and structure clear, well-supported answers under time pressure. The lesson focuses on three highly examinable areas within CIMA Core activity E Decision Making and Core activity C Performance Appraisal: relevant costing, multi-product break-even analysis and

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  1. 0:00 Question Two Overview
  2. 1:12 Relevant Costing Requirements
  3. 5:55 Make-or-Buy Costing Method
  4. 14:51 Multi-Product Break-Even Charts
  5. 20:37 Sales Mix Variance Analysis

About this lesson

sales mix variance. You’ll work through the key steps for a make-or-buy decision, including identifying relevant and irrelevant costs, assessing spare capacity and making a recommendation. You’ll also interpret a multi-product break-even chart, explain its assumptions and limitations, and analyse an adverse sales mix variance by linking the figures to future budgeting, production planning and business decisions.

Duration: 28m

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