The Standards for Product M74M Specify 2

question 63

Essay

The standards for product M74M specify 2.5 direct labor-hours per unit at $13.20 per direct labor-hour. Last month 3,160 units of product M74M were produced using 8,100 direct labor-hours at a total direct labor wage cost of $104,085.
Required:
a. What was the labor rate variance for the month?
b. What was the labor efficiency variance for the month?

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Definitions:

Inflation

The pace at which overall prices for goods and services increase, gradually diminishing the value of money.

Price Level

The average of current prices across the entire spectrum of goods and services produced in the economy, often measured by consumer price indices.

Net Increase

The amount by which something grows or goes up, calculated by taking total gains and subtracting any losses.

Inventories

The stock of goods or materials that a company holds for the ultimate goal of resale or production.