A Machine Distributor Sells Two Models,basic and Deluxe

question 41

Multiple Choice

A machine distributor sells two models,basic and deluxe.The following information relates to its master budget. Actual sales were 7,000 basic models and 2,800 deluxe models.The actual sales prices were the same as the budgeted sales prices for both models.What is the sales quantity variance for the deluxe model?

• A)$120,000.
• B)$256,000.
• C)$1,344,000.
• D)$1,600,000.

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