In a Figure Showing the Average Total Cost Curve and the Average

question 184

Multiple Choice

In a figure showing the average total cost curve and the average variable cost curve,the vertical distance between the two curves is equal to the

• A) marginal cost.
• B) average fixed cost.
• C) total fixed cost.
• D) total variable cost.
• E) average marginal cost.

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