If a Firm Decreases Output When MR > MC, Then

question 146

Multiple Choice

If a firm decreases output when MR > MC, then:

• A) profit will equal zero.
• B) profit will increase.
• C) profit will decrease.
• D) profit will remain the same.
• E) the firm is minimizing losses.

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