Which of the Following Statements Regarding an Average-Cost Pricing Rule

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding an average-cost pricing rule for a natural monopoly is WRONG?

• A) It sets price equal to average total cost.
• B) It is efficient.
• C) The firm makes zero economic profit.
• D) More output is produced than if the firm maximized profit.

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