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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Definitions:

Absorption Costing

A method of costing that includes all manufacturing costs, both fixed and variable, in the cost of a product.

Cost-plus Pricing

A pricing strategy where the selling price is determined by adding a specific markup to a product's cost price.

Return on Investment

A measure used to evaluate the efficiency of an investment, calculated as net profit divided by the cost of the investment.

Markup

The increment added to the acquisition cost of products to address company overheads and earn profit.