Of the cost allocation base, the difference between actual and budgeted variable overhead cost multiplied by actual quantity for actual output is classified as ____________?

Correct answer: A. variable overhead spending variance

  • A. variable overhead spending variance
  • B. fixed overhead spending variance
  • C. constant spending variance
  • D. potential spending varianceHire An Accountant

Explanation

Variable overhead spending variance compares actual variable overhead with the flexible-budget variable overhead allowed for the actual quantity of the allocation base. It therefore isolates the difference in the spending rate, not fixed overhead or a potential amount.

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