In the Short Run, a Firm That Is Operating at a Loss

question 43

Multiple Choice

In the short run, a firm that is operating at a loss has two options.These options are

• A)to reduce output or reduce its variable costs.
• B)to go out of business or declare bankruptcy.
• C)to shut down temporarily or continue to produce.
• D)to adopt new technology or change the size of its physical plant.

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Maslow

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