Tom, the Manager and Owner of a Small Company, Believes

question 263

Multiple Choice

Tom, the manager and owner of a small company, believes in the signaling theory of education, not the human capital theory. As such, we would expect Tom not to offer which of the following company benefits?

• A)employer-matching 401k retirement plan contributions
• B)tuition reimbursement for workers who take college classes
• C)on-site day care
• D)health insurance

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Definitions:

Raw Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of raw materials used in production and the estimated quantity, which can indicate inefficiencies or savings in material usage.

Materials Quantity Variance

The variance between the real amount of materials consumed in the manufacturing process and the anticipated amount, with this difference being multiplied by the per unit standard cost.

Milk Chocolate

A type of chocolate that includes milk powder or condensed milk, giving it a milder flavor and creamier texture than dark chocolate.

Labor Efficiency Variance

The difference between the actual hours worked and the standard hours expected, multiplied by the standard hourly wage rate.