The Degree of Operating Leverage Can Be Measured by ________

question 127

Multiple Choice

The degree of operating leverage can be measured by ________.

• A) dividing the contribution margin by operating income
• B) dividing the fixed costs by the sales price per unit
• C) multiplying the contribution margin by sales revenue
• D) dividing the fixed costs by contribution margin

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