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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0087 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This is a case in comprehensive variance analysis. Requires computation of material, labour, and variable and fixed overheads in a process-costing situation. Variances have to be worked out on equivalent units of production rather than on just finished goods. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0307 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with a problem in overhead cost variance. The excess consumption of steam in a spinning mill has to be analyzed into variances arising from 1) cost of producing steam, 2) hourly rate of supply of steam, 3) number of hours worked, and 4) efficiency of spinning. Requires logic rather than application of standard ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0323 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The second of the set, this case describes the sales, stock, and production budgets and their final translation into a cash budget. Also describes the marketing information system being introduced to facilitate the budgetary control systems. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0320 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case describes in detail the costing system of a handloom development corporation. The immediate problem faced by the organization is the apparent overpricing of its silk sarees and the resultant inventory build-up. Students can suggest revised prices and evaluate the system from the point of view of cost ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Raman, K S;

Reference No: F&A0318 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: An exercise in preparing funds flow statements and cash flow statements from the opening and closing balance sheets, profit/loss account and profit/loss appropriation accounts. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: F&A0315(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: A case in relevant costs and pricing, describing product costing under a full costing system. An accountant suggests improved basis for allocation of fixed/common costs. Relevance of product costs worked out under the old and revised systems can be scrutinized in the context of a price revision to improve ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

Reference No: F&A0317 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case deals with the mechanics of preparing accounting books. It involves preparation of journal entries, "T" accounts, trial balance, adjustment entries and final accounts. It provides an understanding of the various accounting concepts, principles and conventions involved in recording business transactions. ... More

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Authors: Desai, P V; Bhattacharyya, S K;

Reference No: F&A0326 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Mr. Ajoy Gupta has invented electrically operated automatic swings. As part of establishing the manufacturing project, he is required to present before the financing bank a set of projected cash receipts and payments, income statement, and balance sheet, in addition to certain policy inputs. Identification of various policy inputs and ... More

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Authors: Bhatt, Anil;

Reference No: BP0158TEC(D) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The note discusses control through audit. In particular, it discusses the forms of audits, the role of the CAG, and criticism of the role of audit. ... More

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Authors: Ramamurthy, B; Govindarajan, V; Kaul, Mohan;

Reference No: F&A0333 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Details the pricing problem faced by the Computer Centre at IIM Ahmedabad after installation of the PDP 11/70 computer. Pricing policies for different resources and different uses are explored. ... More

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Authors: Desai, Bhupat M; Patel, M S;

Reference No: CMA0483 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The case raises several questions about how to prioritize the relative importance of credit and non-credit factors in promoting fertilizer use. It also discusses the relative importance of two types of short-term agricultural credit - direct and indirect. These questions are posed with a view to understanding the contribution of ... More

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Authors: Agarwal, S P;

Reference No: F&A0329 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case deals with the preparation of financial statements i.e., profit and loss statement and the balance sheet for an engineering company. It also involves preparation of journal entries for adjustments to be made to the trial balance. The case is based on the published annual report of an ... More

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Authors: Agarwal, S P;

Reference No: F&A0327 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case deals with the preparation of financial statements i.e., profit and loss statement and bala sheet, from a list of balances. It also deals with the preparation of journal entries with respect to adjustments and additional information given, besides the list of balances. ... More

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