Definition
The extent to which a company uses fixed costs in its cost structure. High operating leverage means a large proportion of fixed costs — profits are more sensitive to changes in sales volume.
Accounting Glossary
The extent to which a company uses fixed costs in its cost structure. High operating leverage means a large proportion of fixed costs — profits are more sensitive to changes in sales volume.
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