Schedule mock interviews on the Meeting Board, join the latest community discussions in our Consulting Q&A and find like-minded Interview Partners to connect and practice with!
Back to overview
Anonymous A
on Oct 12, 2023
Global
Question about

Why do we use the revenue given in table 1 for the gross profit planning and not the revenue that we calculated before?

Why do we use the revenue given in table 1 for the gross profit planning and not the  revenue that we calculated before?


Thank you!

2
500+
8
Be the first to answer!
Nobody has responded to this question yet.
Top answer
on Oct 12, 2023
#1 rated MBB & McKinsey Coach

Hi there!

Great question.

In theory, you could use both. The case is formulated in a rather convoluted way. 

In the actual case interview, I'd discuss this with the interviewer. At the end of the day, that's what they're out to test - your way of thinking through a problem.

Best,
Cristian

———————————————

Practicing for interviews? Check out my latest case based on a first-round MBB interview >>> SoyTechnologies  

Ian
Coach
on Oct 12, 2023
#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi there,

Honestly, I agree. I think either # would work, but the important thing is to check with the interviewer and propose. Basically saying “I can use either #x or #y. I'm thinking of using # y but happy to use whichever # the client prefers”

Similar Questions
Consulting
How should I explain a change in course at university? Will it be asked of me?
14 hrs ago
Global
9
3.0k
Top answer by
Alessa
Coach
xMcKinsey & Company | xBCG | +200 individual & group coachings | feel free to schedule a 15 min intro call for free
81
9 Answers
3.0k Views
+6
Consulting
How do I show CDD Experiences on a Resume?
14 hrs ago
Global
7
2.1k
Top answer by
Ex-BCG Principal | 8+ years consulting experience in SEA | BCG top interviewer & top performer
52
7 Answers
2.1k Views
+4
Consulting
Has anyone tried any of the AI Interview Tools for MBB before?
on Mar 25, 2025
Global
10
11.4k
Top answer by
Iman
Coach
Systemiq | Ex-BCG | 10 years experience with 8+ specialising in sustainability | Free Intro | Ex-PrepLounge candidate
344
10 Answers
11.4k Views
+7
How likely are you to recommend us to a friend or fellow student?
0 = Not likely
10 = Very likely
Thanks for your feedback! Your opinion helps us make PrepLounge even better.