The Following Information Relates to the Month of April for the Trolley

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Essay

The following information relates to the month of April for The Trolley Manufacturing Company,which uses a standard cost accounting system. $$\begin{array} { | l | r | } \hline \text { Actual direct labor hours used } & 7,000 \\\hline \text { Standard hours allowed for good output } & 7,500 \\\hline \text { Fixed overhead spending variance - untavorable } & \$ 300 \\\hline \text { Actual total ou erhead } & \$ 16,000 \\\hline \text { Budgeted fixed costs } & \$ 4,500 \\\hline \text { Normal activity in hours } & 6,000 \\\hline \text { Total overhead application rate per DLH } & \$ 2.25 \\\hline\end{array}$$ Required:
(Be sure to indicate whether the variances are favorable or unfavorable. )
a.What is the variable overhead efficiency variance?
b.What is the variable overhead price variance?
c.What is the fixed production volume variance?

Distinguish between the outcomes of different organizational designs on employee behavior and performance.

Understand the implications of organizational design choices on efficiency, flexibility, and responsiveness to market changes.

Understand the reasons for discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.

Comprehend the process and purpose of bank reconciliation.

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