In Palsgraf V

question 8

Essay

In Palsgraf v.Long Island Railroad Co.,would the case have turned out differently if the package held by the man being pulled onto the train had been clearly and distinctively marked "DANGER
-EXPLOSIVES"? Why or why not?

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Definitions:

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the standard quantity expected, multiplied by the standard cost per unit.

Direct Material Standards

The predetermined cost and quantity of materials required for the manufacturing of a product.

Purchases Variance

A financial metric used to measure the difference between the actual cost of purchased materials and the planned or standard cost.

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual amount paid for materials and the expected (or standard) cost of those materials, multiplied by the quantity of materials purchased.