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A-LevelAccountingDecision MakingOct/Nov 2024Paper 1 Q301 Mark

Which statements correctly describe cost-volume-profit analysis? 1 It assumes a linear relationship between costs, revenue and volume. 2 It can be used in 'what if' analysis. 3 It is a useful tool in long-term decision making. 4 It shows how costs, revenue and profit change in relation to sales volume.

A1, 2 and 3
B1, 2 and 4
C2 and 4 only
D3 and 4

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About This A-Level Accounting Question

This multiple-choice question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Accounting (9706) Oct/Nov 2024 examination, Paper 1 Variant 2. It tests the topic of Decision Making and is worth 1 mark.

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