If a company's total fixed costs decreased by $6,000 and its contribution margin increased by $12,000, net income would:

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An increase in contribution margin means there is more revenue remaining after covering variable costs to cover fixed costs and generate profit. Additionally, a decrease in fixed costs means less money is needed to cover those costs before generating profit. Therefore, the combination of these two changes would result in a net income increase of $18,000.

If a Company's Total Fixed Costs Decreased by $6,000 and Its