Assume Cathy's Cupcake Company Operates in a Perfectly Competitive Market

question 136

Multiple Choice

Assume Cathy's Cupcake Company operates in a perfectly competitive market producing 10,000 cupcakes per day. At this output level, marginal cost exceeds this firmʹs price. Assuming price exceeds average variable cost, to maximize profits Cathy's should

• A) make no adjustments as they are already maximizing their profits.
• B) increase their output.
• C) decrease their output.
• D) stop producing since it is earning a loss.

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Definitions:

Standardization of Outputs

The process of making the products, services, or results produced by a system or organization uniform in quality and specification.

Direct Supervision

The management approach where a supervisor is directly involved in overseeing the day-to-day activities and performance of employees.

Liaison Roles

A responsibility involving acting as an intermediary to ensure effective communication and cooperation between distinct groups or departments within an organization.

Work Processes

The structured activities, methods, or practices used to convert inputs into outputs, aiming at achieving organizational objectives efficiently.