Based on the below examples (1&2), how can I figure out which contribution margin is needed to calculate the required Break-even? Between (Contribution Margin Per Unit) or (Contribution Margin Ratio). Example (1) (Why we didn't take CM/unit, but instead, CMR is calculated?) Northern Pacific Fixtures Corporation sells a single product for $28 per unit. If variable expenses are 65% of sales and fixed expenses total $9,800, the break-even point is? Example (2) (this one I know how to calculate).  Mishoe Corporation has provided the following contribution format income statement. All questions concern situations that are within the relevant range.     Sales (1,000 units)...................... $50,000   Variable expenses...................... 32,500   Contribution margin..................... 17,500   Fixed expenses.......................... 12,250   Net operating income.................. $5,250   The break-even point in unit sales is closest to?

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Based on the below examples (1&2), how can I figure out which contribution margin is needed to calculate the required Break-even? Between (Contribution Margin Per Unit) or (Contribution Margin Ratio).

Example (1) (Why we didn't take CM/unit, but instead, CMR is calculated?)

Northern Pacific Fixtures Corporation sells a single product for $28 per unit. If variable expenses are 65% of sales and fixed expenses total $9,800, the break-even point is?

Example (2) (this one I know how to calculate). 

Mishoe Corporation has provided the following contribution format income statement. All questions concern situations that are within the relevant range.

 

 

Sales (1,000 units)......................

$50,000

 

Variable expenses......................

32,500

 

Contribution margin.....................

17,500

 

Fixed expenses..........................

12,250

 

Net operating income..................

$5,250

 

The break-even point in unit sales is closest to? 

 

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