Because departmental overhead costs are allocated based on measures closely related to production volume,they accurately assign overhead,such as utility costs.

Departmental Overhead Costs

Expenses related to the indirect support of producing goods or services in specific departments, rephrased as the allocation of indirect costs to departmental operations.

Production Volume

The quantity of goods that a company produces within a specific period of time.

Utility Costs

Expenses incurred for basic services such as electricity, water, gas, and sewage, vital for running a business or household.