Melody Manufacturing produces a hip-hop CD that is sold for $20. The contribution margin ratio is 40%. Fixed expenses total $9200.
Instructions
(a) Compute the variable cost per unit.
(b) Compute how many CDs Melody Manufacturing will have to sell in order to break even.
(c) Compute how many CDs Melody Manufacturing will have to sell in order to make a target net income of $16200.

Contribution Margin Ratio

The percentage of sales revenue that exceeds variable costs, indicating how much earnings are available to cover fixed expenses and generate profit.

Fixed Expenses

Recurring costs that do not vary with the level of production or sales over a short period, such as rent or salaries.

Variable Cost

Costs that change in proportion to the level of production or sales volume, such as raw materials and direct labor.