The Production Manager of CLR Calculated a Material and Unfavorable

question 23

Multiple Choice

The production manager of CLR calculated a material and unfavorable variance of $4,000 with respect to the cost of direct materials. Which of the following is a likely next step for the production manager?

• A) Identify and discipline the responsible employee
• B) Take actions to prevent the variance from recurring
• C) Ascertain the cause of the variance
• D) Switch suppliers for direct materials

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