Which of the Following May Cause an Unfavourable Variable Overhead

question 114

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may cause an unfavourable variable overhead spending variance?

• A) the use of excessive quantities of variable overhead items
• B) the payment of lower prices for variable overhead items used
• C) the payment of higher prices for variable overhead items used
• D) the use of excessive quantities of the variable overhead allocation base

---

Definitions:

Open-Door Policy

A management approach where executives encourage open communication and feedback from employees at all levels within the organization.

Consistent

Characterized by steadiness, reliability, and uniformity in decision-making, actions, or performance over time.

Progressive Discipline

A method of employee discipline that uses a graduated range of responses to employee misconduct or poor performance, from mild to severe.

Positive Discipline

A method of teaching and enforcing behavioral standards that focuses on encouragement and positive reinforcement rather than punishment.