The Variance That Examines the Difference Between the Budgeted and Actual

question 9

Multiple Choice

The variance that examines the difference between the budgeted and actual number of outputs produced is

• A) Cost variance
• B) Volume variance
• C) Price variance
• D) Efficiency variance
• E) Intensity variance

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Definitions:

Raw Materials

Basic materials that are used in the production process to manufacture goods, often transformed or converted into the finished product.

Journal Entry

A record in the books of account that represents a transaction and its effect on the accounts, typically including a debit and credit.

Period Costs

Costs not directly linked to manufacturing and are charged as expenses when they occur, including sales, general, and administrative costs.

Production Process

A sequence of operations that transforms raw materials or components into finished goods or services.