Westfield Manufacturing's operating leverage is 8.5. If the company's sales decrease by 9%, its net operating income should change by approximately: A) -76.5% B) -9.0% C) -8.5% D) -17.0%

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Westfield Manufacturing's operating leverage is 8.5. If
the company's sales decrease by 9%, its net operating
income should change by approximately:
A) -76.5%
B) -9.0%
C) -8.5%
D) -17.0%
Transcribed Image Text:Westfield Manufacturing's operating leverage is 8.5. If the company's sales decrease by 9%, its net operating income should change by approximately: A) -76.5% B) -9.0% C) -8.5% D) -17.0%
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