If variable cost per unit decreases, then contribution margin _________ and break-even point _________.
If variable cost per unit decreases, then contribution margin increases and break-even point decreases.
Explanation:
Sales - Variable cost = Contribution margin.
Therefore, from the above formula, it is evident that when variable cost decreases, contribution margin increases.
Break-even point = Fixed cost / Contribution margin
Therefore, as contribution margin (the denominator) increases, (fixed costs being constant), Break-even point decreases.
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