7. Symbolically… When the data is given only for one year, then we have to compute operating leverage, by the following formula. Percentage change in Sales Or Percentage change in EBIT = Degree of Operating Leverage (DOL) Operating Profit (EBIT) Contribution = Operating Leverage
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12. Effect of Leverage… This combination is an ideal situation. The company can follow aggressive debt policy. High Low This combination have adverse effects of operating leverage were taken care of by having low financial leverage. Low High This combination is very cautious policy and not assuming risk. Low Low This combination is very dangerous policy, which should be avoided. High High Combined Effect Financial Leverage Operating Leverage