Administrative expenses refer to the costs that are not directly tied to specific business operations, such as manufacturing or sales, but are necessary for the overall administration and operation of a company.
A general expense refers to costs incurred during business operations that do not fall under categories such as selling, administrative, or cost of goods sold (COGS). These are typically miscellaneous expenses essential for running a business but not directly tied to core operational sectors.
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