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Chapter 23, Problem 4DQ
The materials cost variance report for Nickols Inc. indicates a large favorable materials price variance and a significant unfavorable materials quantity variance. What might have caused these offsetting variances?
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- What makes a variance favorable? Give an example of a favorable variance involving materials. What makes a variance unfavorable? Give an example of an unfavorable variance involving labor.arrow_forwardWhich of the following is the most likely explanation for an unfavorable materials usage variance and a favorable labor wage variance? a. The new labor contract increased wages. b. Higher quality materials were purchased, resulting in less waste. c. The company experience labor turnover and newer, less experienced workers were hired. d. A new supplier offered a lower price for materials.arrow_forwardIdentify several causes of a favorable material price variance.arrow_forward
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