Use the Following Information for the Next 3 Questions

Multiple Choice

Use the following information for the next 3 questions.
Vashon Corporation had the following activity during a recent period:
-A favorable direct materials price variance could be caused by

A) The purchasing manager acquiring an excessive quantity of direct materials
B) The purchasing manager acquiring materials of higher quality
C) The purchasing manager acquiring materials of lower quality
D) Either (a) or (c)