Suppose, at Its Present Rate of Output, a Perfectly Competitive

question 11

Multiple Choice

Suppose, at its present rate of output, a perfectly competitive firm's marginal revenue exceeds both its marginal cost and its average variable cost.To maximize profit, the firm should

• A)lower the price
• B)raise the price
• C)increase output
• D)reduce output
• E)maintain its current rate of output

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