In order to choose the proper activity base for a cost, a managerial accountant must be familiar with the operations of the entity.

Activity Base

A measure used to assign costs to activities that incur costs, often used in the context of activity-based costing.

Managerial Accountant

A professional who focuses on providing financial information within a company to assist in decision making and financial planning.

Operations

Refers to the daily activities involved in running a business, which can include production, marketing, and product development.