Poland's Paints Allocates Overhead Based on Machine Hours

question 280

Multiple Choice

Poland's Paints allocates overhead based on machine hours.Selected data for the most recent year follow.

The estimates were made as of the beginning of the year,while the actual results were for the entire year.
The predetermined manufacturing overhead rate per machine hour is closest to

• A)$10.58.
• B)$12.20.
• C)$10.84.
• D)$11.90.

---

Definitions:

Normally Closed

A term used to describe a state of a switch or relay when its contacts are closed, allowing current to flow, in the absence of an actuating signal.

Master Control

A centralized control mechanism or system that regulates or guides the operations of various components within a larger system or machine.

Normally Closed

A term describing a contact or circuit condition that is closed (allowing current flow) when in its default, unactuated state.

Exhibit

To display or demonstrate a particular feature, behavior, or characteristic in a clear or noticeable manner.