Assume the Following Total Cost Schedule for a Perfectly Competitive

question 51

Multiple Choice

Assume the following total cost schedule for a perfectly competitive firm. $$\begin{array} { | c | c | c | } \hline \text { Output } & \text { TVC } ( \$ ) & \text { TFC } ( \$ ) \\\hline 0 & 0 & 100 \\\hline 1 & 40 & 100 \\\hline 2 & 70 & 100 \\\hline 3 & 120 & 100 \\\hline 4 & 180 & 100 \\\hline 5 & 250 & 100 \\\hline 6 & 330 & 100 \\\hline\end{array}$$ TABLE 9- 2
-Refer to Table 9- 2.In order to maximize its profits,the firm should continue to produce in the short run even if the market price is less than its ATC as long as the price is greater than or equal to

• A)TC
• B)AFC.
• C)AVC.
• D)TVC.
• E)MC.

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Definitions:

Reorder Point

The level of inventory which triggers an action to replenish that particular inventory stock.

Quantity Discount

A reduced price for items purchased in large quantities.

Order Quantity

The amount of an item that is ordered from a supplier to replenish inventory or to fulfill customer demand.

Inventory Carrying Cost Rate

The total cost associated with holding inventory over a given period, often expressed as a percentage of the inventory value, including costs related to storage, insurance, taxes, and depreciation.