Somalian Corporation Uses a Standard Costing System

question 35

Multiple Choice

Somalian Corporation uses a standard costing system. Information for the month of May is as follows: The factory overhead rate is based on a normal volume of 12,000 direct labor hours. Standard cost data at 12,000 direct labor hours were as follows:
What is the variable overhead efficiency variance for Somalian?

• A) $2,000 (
• B) $20,000 (
• C) $4,000 (
• D) $8,000 (

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Definitions:

Indirect Cost

Costs that are not directly accountable to a cost object (such as a particular project, facility, or product).

Direct Cost

Expenses that can be directly attributed to the production of specific goods or services, such as raw materials and labor.

Opportunity Cost

The expense incurred from skipping the next most favorable choice when a decision is made.

Tuition Expenses

Tuition expenses are the fees charged for instruction and training, typically at educational institutions such as colleges or universities.