Colil Computer Systems, Inc

question 143

Multiple Choice

Colil Computer Systems, Inc., manufactures printer circuit cards. All direct materials are added at the inception of the production process. During January, the accounting department noted that there was no beginning inventory. Direct materials of $310,000 were used during the month. Work-in-process records revealed that 12,000 card units were started in January, 6000 card units were complete, and 4600 card units were spoiled as expected. Ending work-in-process card units are complete in respect to direct materials costs. Spoilage is not detected until the process is complete.
What is the direct material cost per equivalent unit? (Please round the final answer to the nearest cent.)

• A) $17.22
• B) $25.83
• C) $21.68
• D) $29.99

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Definitions:

Cash Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholders out of the company's current or retained earnings.

Beginning Balance

The amount of money in an account at the start of a new accounting period, carried over from the end of the previous period.

Ending Balance

The final amount in an account at the end of a reporting period after all debits and credits have been accounted for.

Minimum Legal Capital

The least amount of capital that must be raised through the issue of shares for a corporation to be legally established.