Question

The contribution margin format income statement: Multiple Choice is most frequently used for financial statement reporting purposes. uses a behavior pattern classification for costs rather than a functional cost classification approach. emphasizes that all costs change in proportion to any change in revenues. results in a larger amount of operating income than the traditional income statement format.

Answer 1

Answer: uses a behavior pattern classification for costs rather than a functional cost classification approach.

Explanation:

The behavioral pattern of a cost refers to its relationship with the volume of production or sales. Costs that change along with the volume of production or sales are termed "variable costs" and costs that do not change are termed "fixed costs".

The Contribution Margin income statement classifies costs by whether they are variable or fixed which is why it is said that the format uses a behavioral for cost classification pattern not a functional one.