a What affects the firm's operating break-even point? Several factors affect a firm's operating break-even point. Based on the scenarios described in the following table, indicate whether these factors would increase, decrease, or leave unchanged a firm's break-even quantity--assuming that only the listed factor changes and all other relevant factors remain constant Increase Decrease No Change o The firm's fixed costs increase. The product's sales price increases. The firm's tax rate increases lower higher When other things are held constant, the higher a firm's operating leverage, the will be its business risk