Which of the following costs is a period cost for a manufacturing company?
A)controller's salary
B)wages of machine operators
C)insurance on factory equipment
D)fringe benefits for factory employees

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A period cost is a cost that is not directly related to the production of goods or services. Controller's salary is an administrative expense and is not directly related to the manufacturing process. The other options are all associated with the manufacturing process and are therefore considered product costs.

Which of the Following Costs Is a Period Cost for a Manufacturing