Exam MB-310 topic 1 question 9 discussion

B is correct. fixed weight (and fixed percentage if it was in the list of answers..)

The requirement emphasizes the need to “define how and in what proportion” the source amounts are distributed, suggesting flexibility in determining the allocation logic. Utility expenses like electricity are often allocated based on measurable criteria (e.g., square footage, number of employees, or meter readings), which may vary over time or require data-driven calculations. The Basis method is better suited for such scenarios, as it allows the company to define a dynamic criterion (e.g., square footage or headcount) and automatically calculate proportions based on that data. Fixed weight could work if the company has fixed, unchanging proportions, but the requirement’s focus on defining proportions flexibly aligns more closely with Basis, especially for utility expenses where allocations often depend on variable factors.

D as it aligns with the D365 product documentation

The Basis method allows you to define specific proportions or percentages for how the source amounts should be distributed across various destination lines, which aligns perfectly with your needs.

I believe D is the correct answer. Destination – This component defines how the result of the allocation calculation should be distributed and accounted for. For example, there can be one destination line for each department.

Base on describtion in MS documentation: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/finance/general-ledger/ledger-allocation-rules, and way how question is created, I think D ir correct answer since this is definition of "Basis" allocation rule: This variable method is used when the allocation depends on the actual ledger balance, based on filter criteria. For example, advertising expenses can be allocated based on each department's sales in proportion to the total departmental sales.

D is correct

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/finance/general-ledger/ledger-allocation-rules

Final verdict guys? B or D?

Allocation depends on the actual ledger balance, in proportion. The requirement mentions "what proportions " and .....

D. Basis This variable method is used when the allocation depends on the actual ledger balance, based on filter criteria. For example, advertising expenses can be allocated based on each department's sales in proportion to the total departmental sales.

D It's not that "B" is wrong; it's a really poorly worded question. In practice you would usually use basis, or just skip the Allocation Rules altogether and use a Periodic entry.

As the others don't fit and the question is a bit oddly structured, D is correct.

D. Basis is indeed correct It is all about the word 'proportion' https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/finance/general-ledger/ledger-allocation-rules

I think D, "Basis – This variable method is used when the allocation depends on the actual ledger balance, based on filter criteria. For example, advertising expenses can be allocated based on each department's sales in proportion to the total departmental sales"

Correct Answer B : Fixed percentage and Fixed weight – For these methods, the allocation percentage or weight is defined directly for the rule. For example, advertising expenses can be allocated so that Department A receives 70 percent of the advertising expense and Department B receives 30 percent. Ref : https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/finance/general-ledger/ledger-allocation-rules

I believe B is correct, from the source document "Fixed weight – For these methods, the allocation percentage or weight is defined directly for the rule. For example, advertising expenses can be allocated so that Department A receives 70 percent of the advertising expense and Department B receives 30 percent." All of the types have the Destination Component that lets you separate into lines. The only difference with Basis is that you can base amounts off of leger balances, which is not mentioned in the question.