Which of the Following Is True for Perfect Competition, Monopolistic

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true for perfect competition, monopolistic competition, and monopoly?

• A) The product of all firms is homogeneous.
• B) Firms will earn zero economic profits in the long run.
• C) Short-run profits are maximized when marginal cost equals marginal revenue.
• D) Price is greater than marginal cost at the profit-maximizing quantity.

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Definitions:

Overapplied Manufacturing Overhead

Occurs when the allocated manufacturing overhead costs are more than the actual overhead costs incurred.

Debit

An accounting entry that results in either an increase in assets or a decrease in liabilities on a company's balance sheet.

Credit

An accounting entry that increases liabilities or equity or decreases an asset or expense.

Underapplied Manufacturing Overhead

A situation where the allocated manufacturing overhead costs are less than the actual overhead costs.