Question

If a sales-volume variance was caused by poor-quality products, then the ________ would be in the best position to explain the variance. A) production manager B) sales manager C) purchasing manager D) management accountant

Answer 1

Answer: production manager

Explanation: Production manager is that individual in an organisation that is responsible for production process. A production manager is responsible for making the product on time with the appropriate amount of quantity demanded and as per the quality standards fixed.

Thus, if there is a variance due to poor quality of products then a production manager will be the answering authority.

Hence , the right option is A.