Hartman Co. has fixed costs of $36,000 and a contribution margin ratio of 24%. If expected sales are $200,000, what is the margin of safety as a percent of sales?
A) 6%.
B) 25%.
C) 33%.
D) 50%.
E) 75%.

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The margin of safety is calculated as (Actual Sales - Break-even Sales) / Actual Sales. Break-even sales = Fixed Costs / Contribution Margin Ratio = $36,000 / 0.24 = $150,000. Margin of safety = ($200,000 - $150,000) / $200,000 = 25%.