Use the Following Information for the Next 5 Questions

question 70

Multiple Choice

Use the following information for the next 5 questions.
Macey Company uses a weighted-average process costing system. Beginning inventory consists of 6,000 units, 40% complete. Units started are 14,000, completed are 10,000, and ending inventories are 9,000 units, 70% complete. Normal spoilage is 5% of the units inspected. Direct material is added at the 75% point and spoilage inspection occurs at the 80% point. The cost per equivalent unit for materials was $1.00 and $3.00 for conversion costs.
-The loss from abnormal spoilage was

• A) $1,530
• B) $1,800
• C) $1,440
• D) $1,080

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Definitions:

Excavation Fees

Charges related to the process of removing earth to form a cavity in the ground, typically in construction or mining.

Operating Efficiency

A measure of how well a company uses its resources to generate profits, indicating the effectiveness of management strategies.

Productive Life

Refers to the period of time over which an asset is expected to be useful to the owning entity in generating revenue or income.

Plant Asset

Long-term tangible assets used in the production of goods and services, such as buildings, machinery, and equipment.