In the Short Run, a Firm Operating in a Competitive

question 386

Multiple Choice

In the short run, a firm operating in a competitive industry will shut down if price is

• A)less than average total cost.
• B)less than average variable cost.
• C)greater than average variable cost but less than average total cost.
• D)greater than marginal cost.

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Definitions:

Perpetual Inventory System

A method of accounting for inventory that records real-time transactions of goods as they come in and out of stock, thus maintaining a continuously updated inventory balance.

Periodic System

A method of inventory valuation for financial statements where purchases during the period are recorded directly to an inventory account and the cost of goods sold is determined at the end of the accounting period.

Purchase Discounts

A reduction in the purchase price, allowed by the seller to encourage early payment by the buyer.