Answer:
$137,368
Explanation:
Direct material are the raw material which is specifically used for the production of the unit. Direct material cost is directly attributable to the product.
As per given data
Beginning inventory= 5,220 pounds
Production:
January 2020 = 4,500 units
February 2020 = 5,900 units
Each unit require 4 pounds of raw materials
Material for production
January 2020 = 4,500 units x 4 Pound per unit = 18,000 pounds
February 2020 = 5,900 units x 4 Pound per unit = 23,600 pounds
Estimated cost is $7 per pound.
January 2020 = 18,000 pounds x $7 = $126,000
February 2020 = 23,600 pounds x $7 = $165,200
Ending inventory is 29% of next month’s materials requirements.
Ending Inventory
Direct material budget January:
Ending inventory= 23,600 x 29% = 6,844 pounds
Beginning inventory= 5,220 pounds
Purchases = Production + Ending Inventory - Beginning Inventory
Purchases = 18,000 + 6,844 - 5,220 = 19,624 pounds
Total cost= 19,624 x $7= $137,368