1.(Operating leverage, margin of safety, and cost behavior) In a narrative format, answer the questions posed in the case. 2. Why do manager put such a great amount of emphasis on controlling fixed cost in their organizations?

Each question(1,2,& 3) must be a minimum of 200 words. Please make answers detailed and knowledgeable based off the attached reading.

1. (Operating leverage, margin of safety, and cost behavior) In a narrative format, answer the questions posed in the case.

2. Why do manager put such a great amount of emphasis on controlling fixed cost in their organizations?

3. What is meant by the statement, my company has good operating leverage? How does good operating leverage magnify earnings results with modest revenue increase?

This discussion must be a minimum of 100 words:

Define cost behavior, Define and discuss how variable cost, fixed cost and mixed cost is different. Provide an example of each. In your initial response, please do not use citations to convey your understanding. Based on your reading, please communicate your own understanding of the requirements.