Overhead costs: A. Cannot be traced to cost objects in a cost-effective manner, but are instead allocated to cost objects. B. Cannot be allocated to cost objects. C. Are always variable costs. D. Are only incurred by manufacturing companies.

The correct answer is a) Cannot be traced to cost objects in a cost-effective manner, but are instead allocated to cost objects

Explanation:

Overhead costs are not easily identified with any particular product or service. They are considered to be a continuing cost of doing business