*Computing Margin of Safety* Ricky's Repair Shop has a monthly target profit of $17,000. Variable...

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*Computing Margin of Safety*

Ricky's Repair Shop has a monthly target profit of $17,000. Variable costs are 60% of sales, and monthly fixed costs are $8,000.

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1.) Compute the monthly margin of safety in dollars if the shop achieves its income goal.

2.) Express Ricky's margin of safety as a percentage of target sales.

Please explain how to do each step. I am studying for an exam and knowing how to complete this problem will be very beneficial. Thank you!

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