If a Firm Finds the Demand for One of Its

question 55

Multiple Choice

If a firm finds the demand for one of its products is inelastic, it can increase its total revenues by

• A) lowering its price.
• B) increasing fixed costs only.
• C) increasing variable costs only.
• D) increasing both fixed and variable costs.
• E) raising its price.

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Definitions:

Short Run

A period in economics during which at least one factor of production is considered fixed, typically focusing on the immediate effects of economic decisions.

Monopolistic

Pertaining to a market structure where there is only one producer or seller for a product or service, limiting competition.

Marginal Revenue

The extra income a company earns by selling an additional unit of a product or service.

Marginal Cost

The increase in cost that arises from producing one additional unit of a good or service; it varies depending on the level of production.