If a Competitive Firm Is Currently Producing a Level of Output

question 239

Multiple Choice

If a competitive firm is currently producing a level of output at which marginal cost exceeds marginal revenue, then

• A)a one-unit increase in output will increase the firm's profit.
• B)a one-unit decrease in output will increase the firm's profit.
• C)total revenue exceeds total cost.
• D)total cost exceeds total revenue.

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Definitions:

Accrual Basis

An accounting method where revenue and expenses are recorded when they are earned or incurred, regardless of when cash transactions occur.

Cash Basis

An accounting method where revenues and expenses are recognized only when cash is received or paid.

Income Taxes Payable

Liabilities owed to the government for income taxes, not yet paid by the company.

Income Tax Expense

The total amount of income tax a company is obligated to pay to the government, reported on its income statement.