Which of these factors is not a possible cause for a favorable materials price variance?
A) Quantity discounts
B) Purchasing higher quality materials than required
C) Purchasing from a distress seller
D) Purchasing a discontinued item

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Purchasing higher quality materials would typically be a cause of an "unfavorable" price variance. All the other choices are possible causes of a "favorable" price variance.

Which of These Factors Is Not a Possible Cause for a Favorable