If Fixed Costs Increased and Variable Costs Per Unit Decreased

question 94

Multiple Choice

If fixed costs increased and variable costs per unit decreased, the break-even point would:

• A) increase
• B) decrease
• C) remain the same
• D) cannot be determined from the data provided

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