Asked by Sewisha Thabo Lehong on Apr 28, 2024

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The following information relates to Wells Fargo for July 2008: The following information relates to Wells Fargo for July 2008:   Assuming underapplied or overapplied overhead is transferred to cost of goods sold at the end of the period, which of the following would be the entry to the cost of goods sold account? A)  $80 000 debit B)  $80 000 credit C)  $40 000 credit D)  $40 000 debit
Assuming underapplied or overapplied overhead is transferred to cost of goods sold at the end of the period, which of the following would be the entry to the cost of goods sold account?

A) $80 000 debit
B) $80 000 credit
C) $40 000 credit
D) $40 000 debit

Underapplied Overhead

A situation where the allocated overhead costs are less than the actual overhead costs incurred.

Cost of Goods Sold

The total cost directly associated with producing the goods that have been sold during a specific period.

Period End

The conclusion of an accounting period, at which time financial statements are prepared and financial activities are summarized.

  • Comprehend the fundamentals of manufacturing overhead that is either underapplied or overapplied and the methods for correcting such discrepancies.
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Eddie GarciaMay 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The entry to the cost of goods sold account for underapplied overhead is a debit, and for overapplied overhead, it is a credit. Since we don't know whether the overhead was overapplied or underapplied, we need to calculate the amount of the adjustment first. Therefore, we need more information to determine whether the adjustment is to increase or decrease cost of goods sold. However, since option D only represents a debit to cost of goods sold, it is the best choice.