Rydingsward, Inc -Refer to the Figure

question 108

Multiple Choice

Rydingsward, Inc., has done a cost analysis for its production of reflectors. The following activities and cost drivers have been developed:
$$\begin{array} { l l } \text { Activit } & \text { Cost Formula } \\\hline \text { Maintenance } & \$ 15,000 + \$ 4 \text { per machine hour } \\\text { Machiring } & \$ 35,000 + \$ 1 \text { per machine hour } \\\text { Inspection } & \$ 60,000 + \$ 750 \text { per batch } \\\text { Setups } & \$ 1,000 \text { per batch } \\\text { Purchasing } & \$ 50,000 + \$ 10 \text { per purchase order }\end{array}$$
-Refer to the figure.What is the budgeted inspection cost if there was production of 50,000 reflectors that will require 8,000 machine hours,25 batches,and 15,000 purchase orders?

• A)$18,750
• B)$60,000
• C)$66,000
• D)$78,750

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Definitions:

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead to products based on a predetermined formula.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Costs that vary proportionally with manufacturing activity, such as indirect materials and utilities.

Markup

The amount added to the cost of goods to cover operating expenses and profit, expressed as a percentage of cost.

Direct Labor-Hours

Direct labor-hours refer to the total hours worked by employees directly involved in the production process, used as a basis for allocating labor costs to products.