Equilibrium Price Is $10 in a Perfectly Competitive Market

question 11

Multiple Choice

Equilibrium price is $10 in a perfectly competitive market. For a perfectly competitive firm, MR = MC at 1,200 units of output. At 1,200 units, ATC is $23, and AVC is $18. The best policy for this firm is to __________ in the short run. Also, this firm earns __________ of __________ if it produces and sells 1,200 units.

• A)shut down; losses; $15,600
• B)shut down; losses; $9,600
• C)continue to produce; losses; $15,600
• D)continue to produce; profits; $15,600

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Definitions:

Insurance Policy

A contract between an insurer and policyholder specifying the claims the insurer is legally required to pay.

Co-insurance Clause

A provision in an insurance policy stating that the insurer and the insured will share losses covered by the policy in a specified ratio.

Fireproof

A property of material or construction that provides resistance to fire, preventing or delaying the spread of fire.

Insured

The individual or entity covered by an insurance policy, who is entitled to benefits in case of a covered loss.