Accounting Glossary

Mixed Costs

Definition

Costs that have both a fixed component and a variable component. Also called semi-variable costs. Examples include utility bills with a fixed base charge plus variable usage rates.

Formula

Total Cost = Fixed Cost + (Variable Rate × Activity Level)

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