What are some examples of fixed and variable costs from your
workplace? Which costs may have both variable and fixed components? How can
this be resolved for analysis purposes? I work for civil service in the Army.
We’re an international school that trains foreign students. We are funded by
DoD.

DQ 2.

When is it appropriate for companies to use activity-based
costing? How might activity-based costing be used in your company? What are
some differences between ABC and traditional costing?

DQ 3.

What is the definition of operating leverage? How does operating
leverage differ in manufacturing, service, merchandising, and e-commerce
companies? How can operating leverage be used to increase a company’s
profitability?