Principles of Accounting Volume 2
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Chapter 3, Problem 8PA
Jakarta Company is a service firm with current service revenue of $400,000 and a 40% contribution margin. Its fixed costs are $80,000. Maldives Company has current sales of $6,610,000 and a 45% contribution margin. Its fixed costs are $1,800,000.
- What is the margin of safety for jaka rta and Maldives?
- Compare the margin of safety in dollars between the two companies. Which is stronger?
- Compare the margin of safety in percentage between the two companies. Now, which one is stronger?
- Compute the degree of operating leverage for both companies. Which company will benefit most from a 15% increase in sales? Explain why. Illustrate your findings in an Income Statement that is increased by 15%.
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