Suppose a Firm in a Competitive Market Produces and Sells

question 267

Multiple Choice

Suppose a firm in a competitive market produces and sells 150 units of output and earns $1,800 in total revenue from the sales. If the firm increases its output to 200 units, the average revenue of the 200th unit will be

• A)less than $12.
• B)more than $12.
• C)$12.
• D)Any of the above may be correct depending on the price elasticity of demand for the product.

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Definitions:

Absorption Costing

A technique in accounting where all expenses from manufacturing, covering direct materials, direct labor, and overhead expenses variable and fixed, are included in the cost of a product.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that can be directly traced to the production of finished goods.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change in total despite fluctuations in production levels or sales volume.

Income Statement

A financial statement that shows a company's revenues, expenses, and profitability over a specified period of time, providing insight into its financial performance.