Loose Leaf For Managerial Accounting for Managers
Loose Leaf For Managerial Accounting for Managers
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781264445394
Author: Noreen, Eric, BREWER, Peter, Garrison, Ray
Publisher: McGraw Hill
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Chapter 4, Problem 4.13E
To determine

Concept introduction:

Variable costing:

The method of costing where only variable costs are charged to the products is called as variable costing. The fixed overheads are charged to the units which are sold.

Product cost:

Product cost consists of all the cost that is incurred during the production of the product. Therefore, the selling and administration expenses are not considered as these costs are not considered as production costs.

Requirement 1:

Calculate the closing stock using the absorption costing and the variable costing method. Determine the method used by the company.

To determine

Concept introduction:

Absorption costing:

The method of costing where both fixed and variable costs are charged to the products Absorption costing absorbs the costs which are directly related to the product. The fixed overheads are charged to all units manufactured regardless of the output.

Requirement 1:

Ascertain whether $72,000 is the correct value for the closing stock for external reporting purposes. Determine the appropriate amount for the closing stock for external reporting purposes.

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