Zhongfang Consumer Products Has a Small Car Division That Operates

question 51

Multiple Choice

Zhongfang Consumer Products has a small car division that operates as a profit center. Below is a partially completed performance report for the first quarter. How much is the variance for variable expenses?

• A)$11,000 F
• B)$12,000 F
• C)$12,000 U
• D)$13,000 F

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