Answer the Following Questions Using the Information Below

question 177

Multiple Choice

Answer the following questions using the information below:
Pearl Corp. applies manufacturing overhead costs to products at a budgeted indirect-cost rate of $60 per direct manufacturing labor-hour. A retail outlet has requested a bid on a special order of a necklace. Estimates for this order include: Direct materials of $50,000; 400 direct manufacturing labor-hours at $20 per hour; and a 30% markup rate on total manufacturing costs.
-Estimated total product costs for this special order equal ________.

• A) $96,000
• B) $76,000
• C) $80,000
• D) $82,000

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Definitions:

Product Costing

The process of determining the total cost involved in producing a product, taking into account factors like raw materials, labor, and overhead.

Decision Context

The circumstances, factors, and conditions that surround and influence the decision-making process.

Costing System

A method used by organizations to determine the cost associated with producing a product or providing a service.

Managerial Decisions

Decisions made by managers within an organization, which affect the direction and operation of the business.