Refer to the Graph Shown

question 57

Multiple Choice

Refer to the graph shown. Currently, if this perfectly competitive firm is maximizing profit, the market price is:

• A) $6.50 and marginal revenue for the firm is $5.00
• B) $5.00 and marginal revenue for the firm is $3.00
• C) $5.00 and marginal revenue for the firm is $5.00
• D) $6.50 and marginal revenue for the firm is $6.50

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