Compute the overhead rate using the traditional approach


Wilkins Inc. has two types of handbags: standard and custom. The controller has decided to use a plantwide overhead rate based on direct labor costs. The president has heard of activity-based costing and wants to see how the results would differ if this system were used. Two activity cost pools were developed: machining and machine setup. Presented below is information related to the company's operations.

Standard
Custom
Direct labor costs
$40,100
$108,000
Machine hours
1,210
1,310
Setup hours
110
390

Total estimated overhead costs are $299,700. Overhead cost allocated to the machining activity cost pool is $196,700, and $103,000is allocated to the machine setup activity cost pool.

(a) Compute the overhead rate using the traditional approach.

Predetermined overhead rate_______________% of direct labor cost

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