-Calculate the total direct materials cost variance.
A) $9,262.50 unfavorable
B) $9,262.50 favorable
C) $3,780.00 unfavorable
D) $3,562.50 favorable

Question

-Calculate the total direct materials cost variance.
A) $9,262.50 unfavorable 
B) $9,262.50 favorable 
C) $3,780.00 unfavorable 
D) $3,562.50 favorable

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The total direct materials cost variance is calculated as the difference between the actual direct materials cost and the standard direct materials cost. In this case, the actual direct materials cost is $12,825 and the standard direct materials cost is $3,562.50. Therefore, the total direct materials cost variance is $12,825 - $3,562.50 = $9,262.50 unfavorable.

-Calculate the Total Direct Materials Cost Variance