Figure 13-8 Figure 13-8 Shows Cost and Demand Curves for a Monopolistically

question 14

Multiple Choice

Figure 13-8

Figure 13-8 shows cost and demand curves for a monopolistically competitive producer of iced tea.
-Refer to Figure 13-8.At the profit-maximizing output level the firm will

• A)earn a profit of $176.
• B)break even.
• C)earn a profit of $88.
• D)earn a profit of $60.

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