Use the Figure Below,which Shows the Linear Demand and Constant

question 12

Multiple Choice

Use the figure below,which shows the linear demand and constant cost conditions facing a firm with a high barrier to entry,to answer the question. The firm will earn economic profit of $______.

• A)$500,000
• B)$750,000
• C)$1,000,000
• D)$1,250,000

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Definitions:

Price Takers

Sellers who must take the market price in order to sell their product. Because each price taker's output is small relative to the total market, price takers can sell all their output at the market price, but they are unable to sell any of their output at a price higher than the market price.

Market Demand

The total demand for a product or service in a market, summing up individual demands at each price level.

Profit-Maximizing Output

The level of production at which a company can achieve the highest possible profit, considering its cost structure and market demand.

Market Price

The current price at which a good or service can be bought or sold in a particular market, determined by supply and demand.