Qart Corporation Uses the FIFO Method in Its Process Costing

question 65

Multiple Choice

Qart Corporation uses the FIFO method in its process costing system. Operating data for the Cutting Department for the month of March appear below: According to the company's records, the conversion cost in beginning work in process inventory was $1,656 at the beginning of March. Additional conversion costs of $129,960 were incurred in the department during the month. The cost per equivalent unit for conversion costs for March is closest to:

• A)$1.710
• B)$1.677
• C)$1.756
• D)$1.840

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Definitions:

Control Over Price

The ability of a person or organization to influence the price at which goods or services are sold.

Contestable Market

A market structure where there are no barriers to entry or exit, ensuring that prices remain competitive even in the absence of a large number of sellers.

Minimum-cost Production

A principle in economics where goods and services are produced at the lowest possible cost, maximizing efficiency and resource use.

Normal Profit Rate

Zero economic profit, providing just the competitive rate of return on the capital (and labor) of owners. An above-normal profit will draw more entry into the market, whereas a below-normal profit will lead to an exit of investors and capital.