Find the units and revenue needed for contribution margin to cover fixed costs.
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Break-even units = fixed costs ÷ (unit price − unit variable cost).
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Example result: 625 units
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Break-even units = fixed costs ÷ (unit price − unit variable cost).
Price must exceed variable cost. Product mix, taxes, stepped costs, capacity limits, and changing prices are excluded.
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