Mason, Inc

Multiple Choice

Mason, Inc. uses a standard costing system. Overhead costs are allocated based on direct labour hours. The standard variable overhead and fixed overhead rates are $1 and $5 per direct labour hour, respectively. Data relevant for the current period include: The direct labour price variance is:

A) $30,000 Favourable
B) $30,000 Unfavourable
C) $75,000 Unfavourable
D) $78,000 Unfavourable