Because Market Price Remains Constant as a Perfectly Competitive Firm

question 168

Multiple Choice

Because market price remains constant as a perfectly competitive firm expands output, each firm faces

• A)a downward-sloping demand curve
• B)a horizontal demand curve
• C)constant returns to scale
• D)constant costs
• E)diminishing marginal revenue

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