If Marginal Revenue Exceeds Marginal Cost in the Short Run

question 45

True/False

If marginal revenue exceeds marginal cost in the short run, total revenue for the perfectly competitive firm is greater than total cost.

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Definitions:

Owner's Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a business after all liabilities are deducted, essentially the owner's share of the company's net assets.

Revenues

The total amount of money received by the company for goods sold or services provided during a specific time period before any expenses are subtracted.

Closing Entries

Entries recorded at the close of an accounting period to move balances from temporary accounts to permanent ones.

Owner's Equity Account

An account on a company's balance sheet that represents the total amount invested by the owners plus any retained earnings or losses.