Outback Cattle Company raises cattle and sells beef products. Following is a list of costs for the operation.

Required

Identify whether each cost is most likely a (J) joint cost or a (S) separable cost. For each item, explain why.

(i) Veterinary costs for the calves

(ii) The cost of grinding meat for mince

(iii) The cost of feed for the cattle

(iv) The cost of labour to manage the cattle while they grow

(v) The cost of labour to prepare the cowhide for sale as leather

(vi) The cost for packaging steaks and roasts

(vii) The depreciation on the sheds that provide shelter for the cattle