The Figure Shows a Representative Firm in a Price-Taker Market

question 117

Multiple Choice

The figure shows a representative firm in a price-taker market. Which of the following is true regarding the situation depicted in the figure?

• A) This firm should shut down immediately.
• B) This firm is earning positive economic profit.
• C) This firm is able to cover its variable cost but not its total cost.
• D) All of the above are true.

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