Compute the overhead rates using the activity-based costing


Elle 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 $46,200 $44,500 Machine hours 1,190 1,140 Setup hours 98 400 Total estimated overhead costs are $299,900. Overhead cost allocated to the machining activity cost pool is $197,100, and $102,800 is allocated to the machine setup activity cost pool. Compute the overhead rates using the activity-based costing approach. Machining $ per machine hour?

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Accounting Basics: Compute the overhead rates using the activity-based costing
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