Direct materials and direct labor costs are examples of variable costs of production.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traceable to the manufacturing of a specific product and constitute a significant part of the product’s cost.

Direct Labor

The wages and expenses directly associated with the manufacturing of goods or provision of services, including the work of employees on the production line.

Variable Costs

Costs that vary in direct proportion to changes in levels of production or sales, such as raw materials and labor expenses.