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question 144

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Oxnard Industries produces a product that requires 2.6 pounds of materials per unit. The allowance for waste and spoilage per unit is .3 pounds and .1 pounds, respectively. The purchase price is $2 per pound, but a 2% discount is usually taken. Freight costs are $.10 per pound, and receiving and handling costs are $.07 per pound. The hourly wage rate is $12.00 per hour, but a raise which will average $.30 will go into effect soon. Payroll taxes are $1.20 per hour, and fringe benefits average $2.40 per hour. Standard production time is 1 hour per unit, and the allowance for rest periods and setup is .2 hours and .1 hours, respectively.
-The standard direct labor rate per hour is

• A) $ 12.00.
• B) $ 12.30.
• C) $15.60.
• D) $15.90.

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Definitions:

Potential Shortcomings

Possible weaknesses or failures that could limit success or effectiveness in achieving desired outcomes or objectives.

Production Budget

A financial plan that estimates the cost of producing a product or offering a service, including direct materials, labor, and overhead.

Desired Ending Inventory

The ideal quantity of goods a company aims to have on hand at the end of an accounting period to meet customer demand without overstocking.

Cash Disbursements

Payments made in cash or through cash equivalents, including expenses, debt payments, and purchases of goods and services.