contribution margin

total cost

fixed costs plus variable costs

limited liability

is a liable for debts or judgements against the company

quarter

new and seasonable business are most likely to track quarterly projections to make sure they stay on tack for success

Corporation

the corporation taxed for profits is a liable for any debts or judgement

pro forma

the for of a projection of future revenues and cost

units

units refer to the things your company sells

varible cost

cost that vary based on the units sold by your enterprise

Sole Prioprietorship

A business owned by one person

Semi-variable costs

Costs that vary somewhat based on the number of units you sell.

cash flow

Total Revenues minus Total Cost minus one-time expenditures (called "capital expenditures") on equipment you will use for many years.

total revenue

Units times price.

fixed cost

cost that do not vary based on the units sold by your enterprise