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The actual rate is the total dollars divided by total hours or pieces. The actual formula is not dependant on any standard rate. The rate variance, however, cannot be determined without the standard rate. The rate variance is the difference between actual rate and standard rate.

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How do you calculate yields variances material and labor cost.?

To calculate yield variances for material and labor costs, first determine the standard costs and actual costs incurred. For material yield variance, subtract the standard quantity of materials allowed for the actual output from the actual quantity used, then multiply by the standard cost per unit. For labor yield variance, compare the standard hours allowed for the actual output with the actual hours worked, and multiply the difference by the standard labor rate. This analysis helps identify inefficiencies in production processes.


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