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Explain the meaning of break-even [A02]
Explain what contribution is and why is it important in understanding break-even analysis? [AO2]
Analyze the three generic ways that profits can be increased? [AO2]
State the two formulae for calculating break-even. [AO4]
Outline the difference between he break-even point and the business, the break-even quantity. [AO2]
What is the margin of safety and how is it calculated? [AO4]
Examine the limitations of break-even analysis.