Griffen Corporation Uses a Standard Costing System

question 107

Multiple Choice

Griffen Corporation uses a standard costing system.Information for the month of May is as follows: The overhead rate is based on a normal volume of 12,000 direct labor hours.Standard cost data at 12,000 direct labor hours were as follows:
What is the fixed overhead spending variance for Griffen?

• A)$2,000 U
• B)$8,000 U
• C)$4,000 U
• D)$20,000 U

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Definitions:

Straight-Line Amortization

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Loss On Bond Retirement

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Premium On Bonds Payable

The amount by which the bond's selling price exceeds its face value, representing additional cost to the issuer.

Loss On Bond Retirement

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