In a Contribution Margin Statement, Profit Before Taxes Is Calculated

question 8

Multiple Choice

In a contribution margin statement, profit before taxes is calculated by:

• A)Subtracting common fixed costs from segment (product) margin.
• B)Subtracting traceable fixed costs from contribution margin.
• C)Subtracting variable costs from contribution margin.
• D)Subtracting contribution margin from Segment (product) margin.
• E)Subtracting common fixed costs from contribution margin.

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