If the Average Variable Cost Curve Is Above the Marginal

question 342

Multiple Choice

If the average variable cost curve is above the marginal cost curve, then

• A) marginal costs must be decreasing.
• B) average variable costs must be increasing.
• C) marginal costs must be increasing.
• D) marginal costs can be either increasing or decreasing.

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Definitions:

Nominal Rate

The interest rate before adjustments for inflation, used in the evaluation and comparison of loans or investments.

Effective Annual Rate

The interest rate on an investment or loan on an annual basis, taking compounding into account, providing a true reflection of financial returns or costs.

Effective Annual Rate

The interest rate on an investment or loan that considers compounding over a specified period, usually yearly.

Nominal Rate

The interest rate unadjusted for inflation, expressing the literal annual cost of credit or return on investment.