You are a fire department site plan reviewer looking over the plan for a new hospital. You have several concerns, including gates with a clearance 1 foot under the minimum blocking access to the shipping entrance. There are also fire hydrant supply lines that do not meet the 8-inch minimum. In order to address the problems in the most cost-effective and agreeable way, you should:

Carlton industries is considering a new project that they plan to price at $74.00 per unit. the variable costs are estimated at $39.22 per unit and total fixed costs are estimated at $12,085. the initial investment required is $8,000 and the project has an estimated life of 4 years. the firm requires a return of 8 percent. ignore the effect of taxes. what is the degree of operating leverage at the financial break-even level of output?