7 Which of the following reasons is unlikely to be related to an unfavourable variance for labour costs? Select one: a. Excessive equipment downtime b. Labour used was less skilled than usual. c. Poor work scheduling d. Inappropriate standards e. Rate variance in direct materials purchased at the standard quality

7 Which of the following reasons is unlikely to be related to an unfavourable variance for labour costs? Select one: a. Excessive equipment downtime b. Labour used was less skilled than usual. c. Poor work scheduling d. Inappropriate standards e. Rate variance in direct materials purchased at the standard quality

Principles of Accounting Volume 2

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Chapter8: Standard Costs And Variances

Section: Chapter Questions

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