Solving for Unknowns Misterio Company uses a standard costing system. During the past quarter, the following variances were computed: Variable overhead efficiency variance $ 54,000 U Direct labor efficiency variance 180,000 U Direct labor rate variance 14,500 U Misterio applies variable overhead using a standard rate of $3 per direct labor hour allowed. Two direct labor hours are allowed per unit produced. (Only one type of product is manufactured.) During the quarter, Misterio used 45 percent more direct labor hours than should have been used. Required: 1. What were the actual direct labor hours worked? hours What are the total hours allowed? hours 2. What is the standard hourly rate for direct labor? per hour What is the actual hourly rate? Round your answer to the nearest cent. per hour 3. How many actual units were produced? units