Rent and maintenance expenses would most likely be allocated based on:
A) Sales volume by department.
B) Square feet of floor space occupied.
C) Number of hours worked.
D) Number of invoices processed.
E) Number of employees in each department.

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The allocation of rent and maintenance expenses based on the square feet of floor space occupied is the most appropriate method as it reflects the actual utilization of space in each department. Other factors such as sales volume, number of hours worked, number of invoices processed, or number of employees do not necessarily relate to the amount of space occupied and may not accurately reflect the department's contribution to the overall rental and maintenance costs.

Rent and Maintenance Expenses Would Most Likely Be Allocated Based