When Recording Variances in a Standard Cost System

question 180

Multiple Choice

When recording variances in a standard cost system:

• A) Both unfavorable material and labor variances are credited.
• B) All unfavorable variances are credited.
• C) All unfavorable variances are debited.
• D) Only unfavorable material variances are debited.
• E) Only unfavorable material variances are credited.

Understand the concept and application of equivalent units of production in a process costing system.

Identify and explain the components of a cost reconciliation report under the weighted-average method.

Distinguish between the different types of costing methods (process costing vs. job-order costing) and identify scenarios where each is appropriate.

Understand how to record direct labor costs in a process costing system.

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