The Contribution Margin Sales Volume Variance Calculates

question 15

Multiple Choice

The contribution margin sales volume variance calculates:

• A) The effects of changes in contribution margins, given the actual level of sales
• B) The effects of changes in units sold, given the standard contribution margins
• C) The effects of changes in actual fixed costs, given the actual level of sales
• D) The effects of changes in standard variable costs, given the actual level of sales

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