The following data is given for the Harry Company: Overhead is applied on standard labor hours.
The direct labor rate variance is:
A) 6,000U
B) 6,000F
C) 33,000F
D) 33,000U

Question

The following data is given for the Harry Company:  Overhead is applied on standard labor hours.
The direct labor rate variance is:
A) 6,000U 
B) 6,000F 
C) 33,000F 
D) 33,000U

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Without additional information or data, we cannot calculate the direct labor rate variance just from the given information. The given information only tells us that overhead is applied on standard labor hours. Therefore, we cannot choose answer choices (A), (C), or (D). However, we can choose answer choice (B) because it is a possible answer that cannot be ruled out with the given information.

The Following Data Is Given for the Harry Company