Chapter 1, Problem 1.5AP

What is the return on total assets?

Ans

For Eckstein Company, the predetermined overhead rate is 118% of direct labor cost. During the month, Eckstein incurred $119,000 in factory labor costs, of which $98,200 is direct labor and $26,400 is indirect labor. The actual overhead incurred was $132,600. Compute the amount of manufacturing overhead applied during the month. Determine the amount of under- or overapplied manufacturing overhead.