A Competitive Firm Has Been Selling Its Output for $20

question 367

Multiple Choice

A competitive firm has been selling its output for $20 per unit and has been maximizing its profit, which is positive. Then, the price rises to $25, and the firm makes whatever adjustments are necessary to maximize its profit at the now-higher price. Once the firm has adjusted, its

• A)quantity of output is higher than it was previously.
• B)average total cost is higher than it was previously.
• C)marginal revenue is higher than it was previously.
• D)All of the above are correct.

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Definitions:

Divergence

The movement away from each other of tectonic plates at a divergent boundary, typically resulting in the formation of new crust.

Convergent Boundary

A tectonic boundary where two plates are moving towards each other, often resulting in mountain building, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.

Divergent Boundary

A tectonic plate boundary where two plates are moving away from each other, leading to the creation of new crust.

Transform Boundary

A type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, often associated with earthquakes.