Refer to Scenario 7

question 78

Multiple Choice

Refer to Scenario 7.3 below to answer the question(s) that follow.
SCENARIO 7.3: Upon graduating with an accounting degree, you open your own accounting firm of which you are the sole employee. To start the firm you passed on a job offer with a large accounting firm that offered you a salary of $60,000 annually. Last year you earned a total revenue of $100,000. Rent and supplies last year were $50,000.
-Refer to Scenario 7.3. Your annual economic profit is

• A) -$10,000.
• B) $40,000.
• C) $50,000.
• D) $100,000.

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The disparity between the price consumers are inclined to pay and what they truly disburse for a good or service.

Miguel's Consumer Surplus

The difference between what Miguel is willing to pay for a good or service and what he actually pays, measuring the benefit or surplus value he receives.

Willingness to Pay

The maximum amount a consumer is prepared to spend for a good or service, reflecting the value they place on it.

Demand Curve

A visual diagram depicting how the price of an item correlates with consumer demand for it.