Harald, SA

question 44

Multiple Choice

Harald, SA., has done a cost analysis for its production of bumper stickers. The following activities and cost drivers have been developed: Following are the actual costs of producing 85,000 stickers: 5,000 machine hours; 10 batches; 20 purchase orders
What is the budget variance for purchasing in an activity-based performance report?

• A) £50 F
• B) £50 U
• C) £100 U
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Total Revenue

The total amount of money a firm receives by selling goods or services, calculated as the unit price times the quantity sold.

Maximizing Profits

The process or strategy of adjusting the production and sale of goods and services to achieve the highest possible profit.

Fixed Costs

Costs that do not change with the level of output produced, such as rent, salaries, or insurance expenses.

Maximizing Profits

The process of increasing the difference between revenue and costs to achieve the highest possible financial gain.