By Multiplying the Operating Leverage Factor by the Anticipated Percentage

question 96

Multiple Choice

By multiplying the operating leverage factor by the anticipated percentage change in volume, one can find the anticipated change

• A) in sales revenue.
• B) in contribution margin.
• C) in fixed expenses.
• D) in operating income.

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