Beginning Work in Process Consists of 7,000 Units, 55% Complete

question 102

Multiple Choice

Beginning work in process consists of 7,000 units, 55% complete. 50,000 units were started and ending work in process is 5,000 units, 25% complete. Normal spoilage is equal to 10% of the units inspected. The inspection point occurs at the 20% point and 7,000 units were rejected. Direct materials are added at the 50% point, direct labour at 30% and overhead is applied uniformly. The costs per equivalent unit are: direct material $1.00; direct labour $1.50; overhead $2.00.
The cost of abnormal spoilage is:

• A) $800
• B) $1,400
• C) $1,800
• D) $4,000

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Definitions:

Merchandise

Goods that are bought and sold in business, often referred to in the context of retail, wholesale, or e-commerce.

Maturity Date

The specified date on which the final payment of a loan or financial instrument, such as a bond, is due and payable.

Notes Payable

Written promises to pay specified sums of money at future dates, categorized as liabilities.

Annual Interest

The amount of interest due over the course of a year on a loan or financial investment.