Which of the following is the correct formula for the materials price variance?
a) (Actual price of input - Budgeted price of input) Ã Budgeted quantity of input
b) (Actual quantity of input used - Budgeted quantity of input allowed for actual output) Ã Budgeted price of input
c) (Actual price of input - Budgeted price of input) Ã Actual quantity of input
d) (Actual quantity of input used - Budgeted quantity of input allowed for actual output) Ã Actual price of input

Respuesta :

Answer:

c) (Actual price of input - Budgeted price of input) × Actual quantity of input

Explanation:

Material Price Variancecan be regarded as difference that exist between standard price and actual price as regards the actual quantity of materials that is been utilized for production. Reason for material price variance are poor purchasing procedures was well as deficiencies in price negotiation. It should be noted that the formula for the materials price variance is [(Actual price of input - Budgeted price of input) × Actual quantity of input]