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Using   3.14, find the approximate area of a circle with radius r = 10 cm.

Understand firm shutdown conditions and the role of fixed and variable costs.

Comprehend the concept and calculation of short-run profits and losses in competitive markets.

Identify the conditions under which firms will earn zero, positive, or negative economic profits.

Recognize the significance of the market supply curve and its relation to individual firm supply in a competitive market.

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Definitions:

Expansion Path

A curve that shows how the input combinations of a firm change as it increases output, keeping the input ratios constant.

Least-Cost Combination

A production point where the mix of inputs results in the lowest possible cost for a given output level.

Input Prices

The prices of the resources (like labor, materials, and capital) used in the production of goods or services.

User Cost

The cost of using a resource, which includes the opportunity cost of not keeping the asset intact or not using it for an alternative purpose.