An electronics manufacturer is trying to encourage its engineers to design simpler products so that overall costs are reduced.
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Which of the value-chain function costs (R&D, design, production, marketing, distribution, customer service)should be included in product-cost estimates to achieve the above purpose? Why?

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The Answer is All costs that are affected by the design should be included in the product cost estimate. These costs include the cost of design, production, distribution, and customer service.

An Electronics Manufacturer Is Trying to Encourage Its Engineers to Design