May 2021

The overarching objective of calculating the contribution margin is to figure out how to improve operating efficiency by lowering each product’s variable costs, which collectively contributes to higher profitability. To calculate the contribution margin, we must deduct the variable cost per unit from the price per unit. Fixed costs are costs that are incurred independent of …

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In particular, the use-case of the contribution margin is most practical for companies in setting prices on their products and services appropriately to optimize their revenue growth and profitability potential. If the contribution margin for an ink pen is higher than that of a ball pen, the former will be given production preference owing to …

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