What is sensitivity analysis?

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Sensitivity analysis measures how much a change in one input variable impacts the final outcome.
In one project, we tested how a 1% change in price affected overall profit.
It helps identify which variables have the highest impact on results.
For example, demand elasticity or cost fluctuations may significantly influence margins.
We adjusted one factor at a time while keeping others constant.
This helped management understand risk exposure and key drivers.
It supports better decision-making by highlighting critical assumptions.
Overall, sensitivity analysis shows how sensitive outcomes are to small changes in inputs.

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