Reference: 11-13 The Upton Company Employs a Standard Costing System in Which

question 37

Multiple Choice

Reference: 11-13
The Upton Company employs a standard costing system in which variable overhead is assigned to production on the basis of direct labour hours. Data for the month of February include the following:
Variable manufacturing overhead cost incurred: $48,700
Total variable overhead variance: $300 F
Standard hours allowed for actual production: 7,000
Actual direct labour hours worked: 6,840
-The variable overhead efficiency variance is?

• A)$740 F.
• B)$1,120 F.
• C)$950 U.
• D)$430 U.

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Definitions:

Reorder Points

The inventory level at which an order must be placed to replenish stock before it runs out, ensuring optimal inventory levels.

Inventory Costs

Costs associated with holding and managing inventory, including storage costs, insurance, depreciation, and potential obsolescence, crucial for supply chain and operations management.

Safety Reserves

Financial or physical assets kept on hand as a precautionary measure to cover unexpected expenses or emergencies.

Shortage Cost

The cost incurred from the inability to satisfy demand for a product or service due to insufficient resources or supply.