When a Firm Maximizes Its Profit,which of the Following Is

question 76

Multiple Choice

When a firm maximizes its profit,which of the following is correct for firms in monopolistic competition and perfect competition?

• A) P = MC for both types of firms.
• B) P = MR = MC for firms in perfect competition, and P > MR = MC for firms in monopolistic competition.
• C) MR = MC for firms in perfect competition and MR > MC for firms in monopolistic competition.
• D) P > MR = MC for firms in both perfect competition and monopolistic competition.
• E) P = ATC always for firms in both perfect competition and monopolistic competition.

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Definitions:

Direct Write-off Method

An accounting method where uncollectible accounts receivable are directly written off against income at the time they are deemed uncollectible.

Uncollectible Receivables

Amounts owed to a company that it does not expect to collect and thus considers a loss.

Journalize

The process of recording transactions in an accounting journal, noting the debit and credit aspects of each transaction.

Percent of Sales Method

A financial analysis technique used to forecast future expenses or account balances as a percentage of sales revenue.