Work in process inventory on December 31 of the current year is $44,000. Work in process inventory increased by 60% during the year. Cost of goods manufactured amounts to $275,000. The total manufacturing costs incurred in the current year are

A) $291,500
B) $302,000
C) $275,750
D) $233,750

Work in Process Inventory

Goods that are in the production process but not yet completed.

Manufacturing Costs

Expenses directly tied to the production of goods, including labor, materials, and manufacturing overhead.

Cost of Goods Manufactured

The total production cost of goods completed and moved to finished goods inventory within a specific period, including materials, labor, and overhead.