A factory applies Rs. 200,000 of overhead to production, while its actual overhead is Rs. 210,000. What is the result?
Correct answer: D. Rs. 10,000 under-absorption
- A. Rs. 10,000 over-absorption
- B. Rs. 210,000 over-absorption
- C. Rs. 200,000 under-absorption
- D. Rs. 10,000 under-absorption
Explanation
Overhead is under-absorbed when the amount applied to production is less than the actual overhead incurred. The difference is Rs. 210,000 minus Rs. 200,000, equal to Rs. 10,000.
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