Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Margin of Safety

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the margin of safety is not true?

• A) The margin of safety is the mix between fixed and variable costs.
• B) The margin of safety indicates how much revenue can decrease before reaching the break-even point.
• C) A small margin of safety should motivate managers to reduce costs and increase sales to avoid potential losses.
• D) The margin of safety in units is equal to the actual or estimated units of activity minus units at break-even point.

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Definitions:

Value of the Marginal Product

The additional revenue generated by employing one more unit of input, such as labor or capital.

Total Cost

The sum of all expenses incurred in the production of goods or services, including fixed and variable costs.

Total Revenue

The total income received by a firm from selling its goods or services before any costs or expenses are deducted.

Marginal Product

The rise in production resulting from the use of one more unit of input.