The expected quantity of raw materials to be purchased was 15,000 pounds. Records show the actual quantity purchased was 12,000 pounds. What may have caused this variance? A. If production quantity matched the budget, you probably had some new employees being trained. B. Check if production levels matched the budget. If they did, then perhaps more efficient production processes were in place to reduce usage. C. There may be problems with the production equipment.

The expected quantity of raw materials to be purchased was 15,000 pounds. Records show the actual quantity purchased was 12,000 pounds. What may have caused this variance? A. If production quantity matched the budget, you probably had some new employees being trained. B. Check if production levels matched the budget. If they did, then perhaps more efficient production processes were in place to reduce usage. C. There may be problems with the production equipment.

Cornerstones of Cost Management (Cornerstones Series)

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ISBN:9781305970663

Author:Don R. Hansen, Maryanne M. Mowen

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Chapter9: Standard Costing: A Functional-based Control Approach

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 27E: Which of the following is the most likely explanation for an unfavorable materials usage variance...

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