The prime cost is $50000 and the direct manufacturing labor is $10000, then the direct material cost will be ____________?
Correct answer: A. $40,000
- A. $40,000
- B. $60,000
- C. $52,000
- D. $20,000
Explanation
Prime cost equals direct material cost plus direct manufacturing labour. Subtracting labour from prime cost gives $50,000 − $10,000 = $40,000.
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