If a Firm's Short-Run Total Cost Curve Lies Above Its

question 46

Multiple Choice

If a firm's short-run total cost curve lies above its total revenue curve at all output levels,the goal of the firm should be to

• A)minimize total cost
• B)maximize total revenue
• C)minimize its loss
• D)minimize marginal cost
• E)maximize marginal revenue

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