In the Short-Run, If P < ATC, a Perfectly Competitive

question 14

Multiple Choice

In the short-run, if P < ATC, a perfectly competitive firm should

• A)increase production to the output level at which P = ATC.
• B)continue producing at a loss.
• C)shut down.
• D)continue producing at a profit.
• E)There is not enough information to answer the question.

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