One in which weights are relative to sales mix. For example, assume that Company Z has two products with the following contribution margin data:

The weighted average CM per unit is ($3)(0.6) + ($5)(0.4) = $3.80
| Accounting Dictionary: Weighted Average Contribution Margin |
One in which weights are relative to sales mix. For example, assume that Company Z has two products with the following contribution margin data:

The weighted average CM per unit is ($3)(0.6) + ($5)(0.4) = $3.80
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