"During September, 300 labour hours were worked for a total cost of Rs. 4800 The variable overhead expenditure variance was Rs. 600 (A) Overheads are assumed to be related to direct labour hours of active working. What was the standard cost per labour hour?"

Answer: Option A

Total Cost 4800 Variance was Rs. 600 (A) As Variance adverse means it is higher than standard cost So standard cost = 4800 - 600 = 4200 Labour worked 300 hours Standard cost per labour hour = 4200/300 =14