Sen Electronics manufactures a single product, the XJ-55. The material standards are 6 pounds of MN-90 at a standard cost of $40.00 per pound. In June, the company purchased 600 pounds and used 610 pounds to produce 110 units of XJ-55. The actual price per pound was $37.00. What is the material price variance?

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Sen Electronics manufactures a single product, the XJ-55. The material
standards are 6 pounds of MN-90 at a standard cost of $40.00 per pound. In
June, the company purchased 600 pounds and used 610 pounds to produce
110 units of XJ-55. The actual price per pound was $37.00.
What is the material price variance?
Transcribed Image Text:Sen Electronics manufactures a single product, the XJ-55. The material standards are 6 pounds of MN-90 at a standard cost of $40.00 per pound. In June, the company purchased 600 pounds and used 610 pounds to produce 110 units of XJ-55. The actual price per pound was $37.00. What is the material price variance?
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