Collins Corporation Uses a Predetermined Overhead Rate Based on Direct

question 33

Multiple Choice

Collins Corporation uses a predetermined overhead rate based on direct labor cost to apply manufacturing overhead to jobs. The following information applies to the Corporation for the current year: The manufacturing overhead cost for the current year will be:

• A)$17,000 overapplied
• B)$17,000 underapplied
• C)$55,000 overapplied
• D)$55,000 underapplied

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