Use the Following Information for the Next 6 Questions

question 30

Multiple Choice

Use the following information for the next 6 questions.
Miramar, Inc. uses a weighted-average process costing system which recognizes normal spoilage as 5% of good output. During the current period, 14,000 units were started and 10,000 units completed. Materials are added at the beginning of the process, conversion costs occur uniformly, and the inspection point is at the 70% point. Beginning work in process was 6,000 units, 40% complete, and ending work in process 9,000 units, 80% complete. The cost per equivalent unit for material was $1.00 and for conversion costs $3.00.
-The cost of goods completed was

• A) $41,550
• B) $40,000
• C) $40,816
• D) $41,053

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

Refers to the portion of net earnings not distributed as dividends to shareholders but retained by the company to be reinvested in its core business or to pay debt.

Business Combination Valuation Reserve

A reserve set up during the accounting for a business merger or acquisition, accounting for differences in asset valuations and liabilities assumed.

Company Tax Rate

The percentage of profits a company is required to pay to the government as tax.

Business Combination Valuation Entries

Journal entries that record the valuation of assets, liabilities, and contingent liabilities at fair value in a business combination.