What is marginal costing?

Understanding Marginal Costing

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Marginal costing is a costing method that includes only variable costs in product costing and treats fixed costs as period costs.
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How does marginal costing differ from absorption costing?
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Marginal costing includes only variable costs, while absorption costing includes both variable and fixed costs.
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What are the key components of marginal costing?
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Key components of marginal costing are variable costs, fixed costs, contribution margin, and decision-making impact.
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Explain the concept of contribution margin.
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The contribution margin is the difference between sales revenue and variable costs, indicating the amount available to cover fixed costs and generate profit.
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How is the break-even point calculated using marginal costing?
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Break-even Point (in units) = Fixed Costs / (Selling Price per Unit - Variable Cost per Unit)
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What role does marginal costing play in decision-making?
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Marginal costing aids decision-making by analyzing variable costs and contribution margins to optimize profitability.
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What are the advantages of using marginal costing?
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Advantages of using marginal costing include better decision-making, simplified cost control, effective pricing strategies, and clear insights into profitability.
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