Figure 18.2.3 -Refer to Figure 18.2.3 Above. Which of the Following Statements

question 69

Multiple Choice

Figure 18.2.3
-Refer to Figure 18.2.3 above. Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) In this case, a fee is better, because the MEC curve is flat and the MCA curve is steep.
• B) In this case, a fee is better, because the MEC curve is steep and the MCA curve is flat.
• C) In this case, either a fee or a standard work the same because the MEC curve is steep and the MCA curve is flat.
• D) In this case, neither a fee nor a standard work, because the MEC curve is steep and the MCA curve is flat.

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