The Goods in Process Inventory Account of a Manufacturing Company

question 121

Multiple Choice

The Goods in Process Inventory account of a manufacturing company that uses an overhead rate based on direct labor cost has a $4,400 debit balance after all posting is completed. The cost sheet of the one job still in process shows direct material cost of $2,000 and direct labor cost of $800. Therefore, the company's overhead application rate is:

• A) 40%.
• B) 50%.
• C) 80%.
• D) 200%.
• E) 220%.

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Definitions:

Subsidiary Financial Statements

Financial statements that detail the financial status and performance of a subsidiary company, separate from its parent company's statements.

Management Approach

A principle in financial reporting that allows an entity to use its internal management structures and processes as the basis for organizing and presenting its financial information.

External Reporting

involves the preparation and disclosure of financial statements and other information to external stakeholders.