If the Marginal Cost Curve Is Below the Average Variable

question 265

Multiple Choice

If the marginal cost curve is below the average variable cost curve, then

• A) average variable cost is increasing.
• B) average variable cost is decreasing.
• C) average variable cost is constant.
• D) marginal cost is increasing.

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