alleryStart learning →Where is the degree of operating leverage at its highest?
ANear the break-even point
BAt maximum plant capacity
CWhen fixed costs are zero
DFar above break-even
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Near the break-even point
Operating income is tiny near break-even, so a small sales change produces a very large percentage change in it.
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