Compute the overall contribution margin ratio


Problem: Lucido Products markets two computer games: Claimjumper and makeover. A contribution format income statement for a recent month for the two games appears below:

Claimjumper    Makeover    Total
Sales                            $30,000    $70,000    $100,000
Less variable expenses    20,000      50,000       70,000
Contribution margin       $10,000    $20,000       30,000
Less fixed expenses        24,000
Net operating income      $6,000

Required:

1. Compute the overall contribution margin (CM) ratio for the company

2. Compute the overall break-even point for the company in sales dollars.

3. Verify the overall break-even point for the company by constructing a contribution format income statement showing the appropriate levels of sales for the two products.

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