Question 29
Manufacturing AccountsUse the information below to answer questions 28 and 29.
Direct labour ₦50 000
Beginning work-in-progress ₦4 000
Raw materials used ₦18 000
Indirect labour ₦4 000
Ending finished goods ₦16 000
Ending work-in-progress ₦9 000
Factory supplies used ₦7 000
Selling expenses ₦25 000
Beginning finished goods ₦21 000
Other factory overheads ₦19 000
Calculate the prime cost.
- A.₦50 000
- B.₦68 000
- C.₦70 000
- D.₦75 000
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Answer: B (₦68 000)
Explanation
Prime cost = direct labour 50 000 + raw materials used 18 000 = ₦68 000.