Garrison Corporation Uses the FIFO Method in Its Process Costing

question 11

Multiple Choice

Garrison Corporation uses the FIFO method in its process costing system. Data concerning the first processing department for the most recent month are listed below:
$\begin{array}{lrr}\text { Beginning work-1n-process inventory: }\\\text { Units in beginning work-in-process inventory } & 600 \\\text { Materials costs } & \$ 6,600 \\\text { Conversion costs } & \$ 2,700 \\\text { Percent complete with respect to materials } & 60 \% \\\text { Percent complete with respect to conversion } & 10 \% \\\text { Units started into production during the month } & 7,000 \\\text { Materials costs added during the month } & \$ 102,200 \\\text { Conversion costs added during the month } & \$ 259,200 \\\text { Ending work-in-process inventory: } & \\\text { Units in ending work-in-process inventory } & 1,500 \\\text { Percent completewith respect to materials } & 55 \% \\\text { Percent complete with respect to conversion } & 10 \%\end{array}$
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How many units were started AND completed during the month in the first processing department?

• A) 6,100.
• B) 5,500.
• C) 7,600.
• D) 7,000.

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Definitions:

Costs

The amount of money or resources expended in order to obtain something or achieve a goal.

Indirect Expenses

Costs that are not directly linked to the production of goods or services, such as administrative and marketing expenses.

Joint Benefit

Benefits or outcomes that are shared or enjoyed by more than one party, often seen in partnerships or collaborative projects.

Department

A distinct part of an organization with a specific responsibility or focus.