We Expect the Demand Curve in the Perfectly Competitive Industry

question 17

Multiple Choice

We expect the demand curve in the perfectly competitive industry to be

• A)negatively sloped.
• B)vertical.
• C)horizontal.
• D)perfectly elastic.

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Definitions:

Mixed Cost

Expenses that have both fixed and variable components, changing with levels of production but not in direct proportion.

Variable Cost

A cost that varies with the level of output or sales, such as materials or commissioned labor.

Fixed Cost

A cost that does not vary with the level of output or sales over a certain period, such as rent or salaries.

Break-even Point

The point at which total costs and total revenue are equal, meaning no profit or loss is made, illustrating the minimum sales volume needed to cover fixed and variable costs.