SCENARIO 15-4

question 15

Multiple Choice

Understand the cash flow impacts derived from operating budgets including sales collection, purchases, and expense payments.

Evaluate the efficiency of production and labor utilization in budgeting processes.

Understand the components involved in preparing a Direct Materials Purchase Budget.

Calculate the desired ending inventory for materials required in production.

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Components that are directly associated with the creation of a product and form a crucial part of the completed item.

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the standard quantity allowed for the actual output, multiplied by the standard price per unit of materials.

Standard Quantity

The predetermined or budgeted amount of materials expected to be used in the production of a product, based on efficiency and productivity standards.

Variable Overhead Efficiency Variance

The difference between the actual hours taken to produce a good and the standard hours expected, multiplied by the variable overhead rate.