Alpine Manufacturing is analyzing a new production line. The initial fixed asset requirement is $2 million, which would be depreciated straight-line to zero over a 10-year life. Projected fixed costs are $425,000 and the anticipated operating cash flow is $250,000. What is the degree of operating leverage for this project? a. 1.75 b. 2.70 c. 3.15 d. 2.45 e. 1.95

Alpine Manufacturing is analyzing a new production line. The initial fixed asset requirement is $2 million, which would be depreciated straight-line to zero over a 10-year life. Projected fixed costs are $425,000 and the anticipated operating cash flow is $250,000. What is the degree of operating leverage for this project? a. 1.75 b. 2.70 c. 3.15 d. 2.45 e. 1.95

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