How many pounds of raw materials should be purchased in April?
Addams, Inc., is preparing its master budget for the second quarter. The following sales and production data have been forecasted:
Finished goods inventory on March 31: 120 units
Raw materials inventory on March 31: 450 pounds
Desired ending inventory each month:
Finished goods: 30% of next month's sales
Raw materials: 25% of next month's production needs
Number of pounds of raw material required per finished unit: 4 lbs.
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