The following materials standards have been established for a particular product: Standard quantity per unit of output 4.4 poundsStandard price$13.20per poundThe following data pertain to operations concerning the product for the last month: Actual materials purchased 4,800poundsActual cost of materials purchased$62,880 Actual materials used in production 4,300poundsActual output 700unitsThe direct materials purchases variance is computed when the materials are purchased.What is the materials quantity variance for the month?

A. $16,104 U
B. $6,550 U
C. $15,982 U
D. $6,600 U


Answer: A

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