Suppose That a Competitive Market Is Initially in Equilibrium

question 229

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a competitive market is initially in equilibrium. Then demand increases. If some resources used in production are not available in sufficient quantities for entering firms,

• A)the long-run market supply curve will be upward sloping.
• B)the long-run market supply curve will be perfectly elastic.
• C)in the long run firms will suffer economic losses, leading them to exit the industry.
• D)the number of firms will decrease, and the market will become a monopoly.

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Definitions:

Material Requirements Planning

A production planning, scheduling, and inventory control system used to manage manufacturing processes efficiently.

Master Production Schedule

A detailed plan that outlines what a manufacturing facility will produce, in what quantities, and when, to meet anticipated demand.

Bill of Material

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Inventory Records

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