Ortman Corporation Makes a Product with the Following Standard Costs

question 233

Multiple Choice

Ortman Corporation makes a product with the following standard costs: The company reported the following results concerning this product in May. The company applies variable overhead on the basis of direct labor-hours. The direct materials purchases variance is computed when the materials are purchased. The labor rate variance for May is:

• A)$1,008 F
• B)$981 U
• C)$981 F
• D)$1,008 U

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Definitions:

First-In, First-Out

An inventory costing method where the costs of the earliest goods purchased or produced are the first to be recognized in determining cost of goods sold.

Enameling Department

A specialized department within a manufacturing company responsible for applying enamel finishes to products.

Conversion Costs

Expenses incurred during the transformation of raw materials into finished products, specifically the sum of direct labor costs and manufacturing overhead costs.

First-In, First-Out

An inventory valuation method where the oldest stock is sold first.