The Difference Between the Standard Price and the Actual Price

question 120

Multiple Choice

The difference between the standard price and the actual price multiplied by the actual quantity of materials is the:

• A) Materials quantity variance
• B) Overhead efficiency variance
• C) Overhead spending variance
• D) Materials price variance

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