Matrix Inc. calculates cost for an equivalent unit of production using the FIFO method. Data for July: Work-in-process inventory, July 1 (36,000 units): Direct materials (100% completed) $ 122,400 Conversion (50% completed) 76,800 Balance in work in process inventory, July 1 $ 199,200 Units started during July 90,000 Units completed and transferred 102,000 Work-in-process inventory, July 31: Direct materials (100% completed) 24,000 Conversion (50% completed) Cost incurred during July: Direct materials $ 180,000 Conversion costs 288,000 Cost per equivalent unit for conversion under the FIFO method is calculated to be:

Consider the market for gasoline. suppose that, in a competitive market without government regulations, the equilibrium price of gasoline is $3.00 per gallon, and employees at gas stations earn $17.50 per hour. complete the following table by indicating whether each of the statements is an example of a price ceiling or a price floor and whether it results in a shortage or a surplus or has no effect on the price and quantity that prevail in the market. statement price control effect the government has instituted a legal minimum price of $3.40 per gallon for gasoline. the government prohibits gas stations from selling gasoline for more than $3.40 per gallon. due to new regulations, gas stations that would like to pay better wages in order to hire more workers are prohibited from paying more than $14.50 per hour.