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Set a volume target for a Surat uniform maker

Break-even volume · Fictional case

The situation

The maker sells uniforms at ₹900, variable cost is ₹540 and monthly fixed cost is ₹180,000.

Your task

How many units break even and what happens at 620 units?

Reveal step-by-step solution
  1. Set up the problem

    Contribution is ₹900 − ₹540 = ₹360 per uniform.

  2. Work through the numbers

    Break-even volume is ₹180,000 ÷ ₹360 = 500 units. At 620 units contribution is ₹223,200.

  3. Interpret the result

    Operating profit at 620 units is ₹43,200 under the stated cost range.

What to remember

Use unit contribution rather than selling price. Round required whole units up when needed.

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