A Computer Was Purchased in 1996 for $2500

question 81

Multiple Choice

A computer was purchased in 1996 for $2500. Its value in current dollars depreciates steadily at a rate of 30% per year. What will the computer's value be at the beginning of 2003?

• A) $205.89
• B) $301.20
• C) $420.87
• D) $580.26

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Definitions:

Standard Hours Allowed

The number of labor hours that should have been worked according to budgeted productivity levels for the actual level of production achieved.

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual hourly wage paid to workers and the standard or expected wage rate.

Standard Labor Rate

The predetermined hourly wage rate used in cost accounting to calculate labor costs.

Standard Hours Allowed

The number of hours that should have been worked for the actual production achieved, based on pre-established standards.