If a Monopolist's Price Is $50 Per Unit and Its

question 167

Multiple Choice

If a monopolist's price is $50 per unit and its marginal cost is $25, then

• A)to maximize profit the firm should increase output.
• B)to maximize profit the firm should decrease output.
• C)to maximize profit the firm should continue to produce the output it is producing.
• D)Not enough information is given to say what the firm should do to maximize profit.

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Definitions:

Total Revenue

The overall amount of money earned by a business for its products or services before any costs or expenses are subtracted.

Marginal Cost

The increase in total cost that arises from producing an additional unit of output, crucial for decision-making in production.

Short-Run Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the quantity of goods that producers are willing to supply at different prices in the short term, when at least one input is fixed.

Business Owner

An individual or entity that possesses and oversees the operations of a company or enterprise, ensuring its functionality and aiming for its success.