Krumbly Corporation Uses the First-In, First-Out Method in Its Process

question 113

Multiple Choice

Krumbly Corporation uses the first-in, first-out method in its process costing system. At the beginning of the month, Department D's work in process inventory contained 2,000 units. These units were 100% complete with respect to materials and 40% complete with respect to conversion costs, with a total cost at that point of $13,600. During the month, conversion costs amounted to $8 per equivalent unit. If all 2,000 units are fully complete by the end of the month and transferred out of the department, the total cost of the 2,000 units transferred out will be closest to:

• A) $9,600
• B) $19,600
• C) $23,200
• D) $16,000

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All production costs other than direct materials and direct labor, including expenses such as maintenance, utilities, and equipment depreciation in a manufacturing setting.

Property Taxes

Taxes levied by local governments on real estate based on the property's value.

Insurance Premiums

Payments made to insurance companies to provide coverage for certain risks, such as property damage or liability.

Direct Costs

Expenses that can be directly attributed to the production of specific goods or services, such as raw materials and direct labor.