Asked by Tommy Dorfman on Jul 26, 2024

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The labour rate variance for November was?

A) $2,150 U.
B) $550 U.
C) $1,050 U.
D) $2,150 F.

Labour Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct labor and the standard cost of direct labor multiplied by the actual hours worked.

Direct Labour

Rephrased: The workforce directly involved in manufacturing products or providing services, whose costs directly affect the cost of goods sold.

Variable Manuf. Overhead

Variable Manufacturing Overhead includes those manufacturing overhead costs that vary directly with the level of production, such as utilities for the production facility.

  • Determine variances related to material and labor, including those associated with price, quantity, rate, and efficiency.
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Ryan James BayerAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The labor rate variance is calculated as (Actual Rate - Standard Rate) x Actual Hours = ($8.25 - $8) x 2,200 hours = $0.25 x 2,200 = $550 Unfavorable.