Which of the Following Describes a Monopoly, but Does NOT

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a monopoly, but does NOT describe perfect competition?

• A) A profit-maximizing firm will shut down if price falls below the average variable cost.
• B) Total revenue is the product of price times the quantity sold.
• C) Firms can potentially earn economic profits in the short run.
• D) Firms can potentially earn economic profits in the long run.

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