The predetermined overhead rate is closest to:

A) $2.40 per direct labor-hour
B) $3.00 per direct labor-hour
C) $8.40 per direct labor-hour
D) $5.40 per direct labor-hour

Predetermined Overhead Rate

An estimated rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to individual units of production, based on a selected activity base.

Direct Labor-hour

The number of labor hours spent on the direct production of goods or services.