Asked by DYLAN HOLLOWAY on May 13, 2024

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The materials quantity variance for January is:

A) $2,640 U
B) $2,574 F
C) $2,640 F
D) $2,574 U

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the standard quantity expected to be used, multiplied by the standard cost per unit of material.

  • Achieve proficiency in computing and analyzing variances in quantities of materials.
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YB
Yarvnis BlogsMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
SQ = 2,000 units × 7.7 pounds per unit = 15,400 pounds
Materials quantity variance = (AQ - SQ)× SP
= (16,060 pounds − 15,400 pounds)× $4.00 per pound
= (660 pounds)× $4.00 per pound
= $2,640 U