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Basic Question 0 of 12

When benchmarking operating margins, it is most meaningful to compare a company's margin to:

A. Industry averages
B. Competitors with different business models
C. Historical margins of the company
D. Future projected margins

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Learning Outcome Statements

evaluate whether economies of scale are present in an industry by analyzing operating margins and sales levels;

demonstrate methods to forecast cost of goods sold and operating expenses;

demonstrate methods to forecast nonoperating items, financing costs, and income taxes;

CFA® 2025 Level I Curriculum, Volume 2, Module 17.