Which of the Following Is True About a Monopolistically Competitive

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about a monopolistically competitive firm?

• A)It can earn an economic profit in the short run, but not the long run.
• B)It can earn an economic profit in the short run and the long run.
• C)It can earn an economic profit in the long run, but not the short run.
• D)It cannot earn a economic profit in either the short or long run.

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