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ISBN: 9781259870576

Author: Ross

Publisher: MCG

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Chapter 11, Problem 11QP

Calculating Operating Leverage [LO4] At an output level of 53,000 units, you calculate that the degree of operating leverage is 3.21. If output rises to 57,000 units, what will the percentage change in operating cash flow be? Will the new level of operating leverage be higher or lower? Explain.

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Calculating Operating Leverage [LO4] At an output level of 53,000 units, you calculate that the degree of operating leverage is 3.21. If output rises to 57,000 units, what will the percentage change in operating cash flow be? Will the new level of operating leverage be higher or lower? Explain.

Solution Summary: The author explains that the percentage change in operating cash flow is 0.2423 or 24.23%.

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