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Compute and Use the Degree of Operating LeverageEneliko Company installs home theater syst...

Compute and Use the Degree of Operating Leverage

Eneliko Company installs home theater systems. The company's most recent monthly contribution format income statement appears below:

 

Amount

Percent of Sales

Sales

$120,000

100%

Variable expenses

84,000

70%

Contribution margin

36,000

30%

Fixed expenses

24,000

 

Net operating income

$ 12,000

 

Required:

1. Compute the company's, degree of operating leverage.

2. Using the degree of operating leverage, estimate the impact on net operating income of a 10% increase in sales.

3. Verify your estimate from part (2) above by constructing a new contribution format income statement for the company assuming a 10% increase in sales.

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