Grey Inc. has been purchasing a component, Z for $85 a unit. The company is currently operating at 75% of full capacity, and no significant increase in production is anticipated in the near future. The cost of manufacturing a unit of Z, determined by absorption costing method, is estimated as follows: Direct materials $30 Direct labor 15 Variable factory overhead 26 Fixed factory overhead 10 Total $81 Prepare a differential analysis report, dated March 12 of the current year, on the decision to make or buy Part Z.

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Deven Russell

20 July, 13:27

Grey Inc. has been purchasing a component, Z for $85 a unit. The company is currently operating at 75% of full capacity, and no significant increase in production is anticipated in the near future. The cost of manufacturing a unit of Z, determined by absorption costing method, is estimated as follows: Direct materials $30 Direct labor 15 Variable factory overhead 26 Fixed factory overhead 10 Total $81 Prepare a differential analysis report, dated March 12 of the current year, on the decision to make or buy Part Z.

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Eileen Shepherd · Answer 1

The difference between buying and making is $14 per unit. It is $14 cheaper to make the unit.

Explanation:

Giving the following information:

Purchasing price = $85 a unit.

Variable cost per unit:

Direct materials $30

Direct labor 15

Variable factory overhead 26

Because there is unused capacity, the fixed costs won't increase. Fixed factory overhead should not be taken into account.

Total unitary variable cost = $71

The difference between buying and making is $14 per unit. It is $14 cheaper to make the unit.