If a Monopolist Is Producing a Quantity That Generates MC

question 85

Multiple Choice

If a monopolist is producing a quantity that generates MC > MR,then profit:

• A)is maximized.
• B)is maximized only if MC = P.
• C)can be increased by increasing price.
• D)can be increased by decreasing price.

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