A Single- Price Monopolist Is Currently Producing an Output Level

question 92

Multiple Choice

A single- price monopolist is currently producing an output level where P = $20, MR = $13, ATC =
$15, and MC = $14. In order to maximize profits, this monopolist should

• A) decrease production and increase price.
• B) shut down.
• C) increase production and reduce price.
• D) not change his output level, because he is currently at the profit- maximizing output level.
• E) there is insufficient information to make a recommendation.

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