The U Shape of the Average Total Cost Curve Is

question 25

Multiple Choice

The U shape of the average total cost curve is because:

• A) average productivity falls and then rises.
• B) average productivity rises and then falls.
• C) average productivity is constant.
• D) marginal product falls and then rises.

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