The Weights (In Pounds) of a Sample of 36 Individuals

question 126

Multiple Choice

The weights (in pounds) of a sample of 36 individuals were recorded and the following statistics were calculated.mean = 160 range = 60
Mode = 165
Variance = 324
Median = 170
The coefficient of variation equals

• A)0.1125%
• B)11.25%
• C)203.12%
• D)0.20312%

Calculate materials quantity and price variances to assess materials efficiency and cost management.

Calculate labor efficiency and rate variances to evaluate the effectiveness of labor utilization and wage rate management.

Compute variable overhead efficiency and rate variances to analyze overhead cost control.

Interpret variance analysis results to inform budgetary control and performance improvement strategies.

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