Jupiter Co

question 118

Multiple Choice

Jupiter Co.applies overhead based on direct labor hours.The variable overhead standard is 4 hours at $12 per hour.During February,Jupiter Co.spent $113,400 for variable overhead.9,150 labor hours were used to produce 2,400 units.What is the variable overhead efficiency variance?

• A)$3,600 unfavorable
• B)$3,600 favorable
• C)$5,400 favorable
• D)$1,800 favorable

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount consumers are willing and able to pay for a good or service and the total amount they actually pay.

Willing to Pay

The maximum price at which a consumer values a good or service enough to purchase it.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount producers are willing to receive for a good or service and the amount they actually receive, due to higher market prices.