Answer: 51000 units
Explanation:
The equivalent units of production during May for direct materials if the FIFO method is used will be calculated thus:
Units completed and transferred out = 44,000 Units
Less: Beginning work in process inventory = 2,000
Balance = 42000
Then, the Equivalent units of materials will be:
Balance = 42000
Add: Units in ending work in process inventory = 9,000
Equivalent units of materials = 51,000 units