A ______________ cost system is appropriate when similar products are continuously produced whereas a ______________ cost system would be more appropriate if the product is custom-made.

Process Cost System

An accounting system used to track and allocate costs of production in industries where goods are produced uniformly in continuous processes.

Job Order Cost

An accounting method that tracks the expenses of manufacturing a specific job or batch of goods, including materials, labor, and overhead.

Similar Products

Products that are alike in function or specifications, often compared for market competition analysis or consumer choice evaluation.