Asked by Isaac Rojas on Jul 09, 2024

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What is the materials price variance for the month?

A) $480 F.
B) $430 F.
C) $480 U.
D) $430 U.

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials purchased and the expected cost at standard pricing, indicating cost management efficiency.

Standard Quantity

The predetermined amount of materials or inputs that should be used in the production of a single unit of goods, serving as a benchmark for efficiency.

Actual Output

The real production quantity completed within a specific period.

  • Measure and scrutinize discrepancies in the price and volume of materials, calculating variances accordingly.
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jetta cameron-pazJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Materials price variance is calculated as (Actual Price - Standard Price) * Actual Quantity Purchased. The standard price is $13.20 per gram, and the actual cost of materials purchased is $62,880 for 4,800 grams, resulting in an actual price of $62,880 / 4,800 = $13.10 per gram. The variance is ($13.10 - $13.20) * 4,800 = -$0.10 * 4,800 = -$480, indicating a $480 favorable variance since the actual price is less than the standard price.