ECONOMICS

COST ACCOUNTING

BREAK EVEN POINT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
If there is an increase in costs what will happen to the break-even point and profits?
A
Break-even point rises, profits rise
B
Break-even point rises, profits fall
C
Break-even point falls, profits rise
D
Break-even point falls, profits fall
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The break-even point will increase by any of the following: An increase in the amount of the company’s fixed costs/expenses. An increase in the per unit variable costs/expenses. A decrease in the company’s selling prices.

Detailed explanation-2: -An increase in fixed cost will increase the break-even units as an increase in the numerator will increase the ratio. The break-even point is calculated as fixed cost divided by contribution per unit, so as the fixed cost increases the units required to cover the fixed cost will also increase.

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