Complete the table below to show how factory overheads are apportioned and how service department overheads are then reapportioned.
Calculate, to two decimal places, an overhead absorption rate for each production department on a suitable basis.
Calculate the selling price to be quoted for this order of 40 units.
State two reasons for under absorption of overheads.
Calculate the profit earned each year from Product Exe.
Calculate the combined profit from both products in the first year if this plan is put into operation.
Advise the directors whether this plan should be put into operation. Justify your answer by considering both financial and non-financial factors.