This degree of operating leverage reference table shows the degree of operating leverage for a range of contribution margin values, assuming an operating income (ebit) of ₹50,000. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our Degree of Operating Leverage Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Contribution margin | Degree of operating leverage |
|---|---|
| ₹50,000 | 1.00 |
| ₹1,00,000 | 2.00 |
| ₹1,50,000 | 3.00 |
| ₹2,00,000 | 4.00 |
| ₹3,00,000 | 6.00 |
| ₹4,00,000 | 8.00 |
| ₹6,00,000 | 12.00 |
| ₹10,00,000 | 20.00 |
| ₹14,00,000 | 28.00 |
| ₹20,00,000 | 40.00 |
How to use this table
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