A Direct-Material Quantity Variance Can Be Caused by All of the Following

question 74

Multiple Choice

A direct-material quantity variance can be caused by all of the following except:

• A) improper employee training.
• B) changes in sales volume.
• C) acquisition of materials that are below standard quality.
• D) adjustment problems with machines.
• E) disgruntled workers.

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