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Decision-making involving data analytics includes a five-step process. Which of the following best outlines what happens in the Gain Insight steps?

As companies integrate data analytics and shift their focus towards the future, they will need to utilize predictive analytics. This kind of analytics uses both historical data and statistical models to predict future outcomes. If a company is interested in looking more closely at its sales department, then what is an appropriate question to answer using predictive analytics?

Counters and Green, CPAs, LLP had revenues last month of $46,000 with the only variable costs consisting of 100 hours of staff labor at $130 per hour and 50 hours of partner-level labor at $200 per hour. Fixed costs are $120,000 for the year. Based on this information, which of the following statements about last month’s results is correct?

Pergola Industries currently produces 1,000 units of a part needed for its product, incurring the following costs:Direct Materials$25,000Direct Labor8,000Variable Overhead16,000Fixed Overhead9,000If Pergola Industries purchases the component externally, $4,000 of the fixed costs can be avoided. Below what external price per unit for the 1,000 units would Galley choose to outsource (buy) instead of insource (make)?

Windows R Us is a nationwide producer and wholesaler of residential windows. They are analyzing some financial data from their most recent year and compiled the information in this table:Their accountant is putting together a presentation to demonstrate their performance during the year. Which single month showed the largest magnitude of change in Net Income (up or down)?

Accountants are the traditional stewards of accounting information and are in-tune with the financial health of an organization. As data analytics becomes a more prevalent force within the business world, accountants acquire new skills in this area. In doing so, they have become strategic business partners with decision makers. Which of the following is an example of a non-accounting skill expected of modern accountants by management?

Sharon is the marketing manager for Smith Inc., and she has decided to launch a new campaign in the next couple of months. For this to be successful, Sharon will need to accumulate data and determine how to best target her demographic of young working professionals. Which of the following is an example of hard data that may be helpful as she plans her campaign?

Dan is the Chief Information Officer for Humphrey Company, and he is reviewing security-related policies for the organization. Humphrey Company collects a wide array of data from its employees and understands the importance of it. Which of the following is an example of an appropriate policy or practice based on the principles of proper data usage?

Which of the following is the most appropriate measure of the outputs of Zach’s Accounting LLP to use when conducting cost-volume-profit (CVP) analysis?

Eugene’s Environmental Consulting Service LLP had the following operating results last month. Service revenues amounted to $50,000, variable costs were $24,000, and fixed costs were $10,000 for the month. Based on this information, which of the following statements is correct about last month’s results?