Answer:
1. 1.28
2. increase in operating Income of 20,48 %
3.New Contribution Format Income Statement
Sales ($ 143,000 × 1.16) $165,880
Variable expenses ($57,200 × 1.16) ($66,352)
Contribution margin $99,528
Fixed expenses ($19,000
)
Net operating income $80,528
Explanation:
The degree of operating leverage shows the times Earnings Before Interest and Tax will change as a result of a change in sales contribution.
Degree of operating leverage = Contribution ÷ Earnings before Interest and Tax
= $85,800 ÷ $ 66,800
= 1.28
An increase in sales of 16% will lead to an increase in operating Income of 20,48 % (16% × 1.28).
