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2-34.9 Allocable to the Contract

A cost is allocable to a contract if it:

  • Is incurred specifically for the contract.
  • Benefits both the contract and other work and can be distributed among them in reasonable proportion to the benefits received.
  • Is necessary to the overall operation of the business, although a direct relationship to the contract cannot be shown.



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