The Actual Cost of Direct Materials Is $10

question 71

Multiple Choice

The actual cost of direct materials is $10.50 per pound. The standard cost per pound is $11.75. During the current period, 10,000 pounds were used in production. The standard quantity for actual units produced is 9,900 pounds. How much is the direct materials efficiency variance?

• A) $1,175 unfavorable
• B) $1,175 favorable
• C) $1,050 favorable
• D) $16,800 unfavorable

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