If the Slope of the Rays from the Origin to the Total

question 35

Multiple Choice

If the slope of the rays from the origin to the total variable cost curve declines along the curve, it implies:

• A)the average variable cost is falling.
• B)the marginal cost is falling.
• C)the average variable cost is rising.
• D)the marginal cost is rising.

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