Graph 14-7

question 121

Multiple Choice

Graph 14-7
In this graph, panel (a) depicts the linear marginal cost of a firm in a competitive market, and panel (b) depicts the linear market supply curve for a market with a fixed number of identical firms. Use the graph to answer the following question(s) .
-Refer to Graph 14-7. When 100 identical firms participate in this market, at what price will 15 000 units be supplied to this market?

• A) $1.00
• B) $1.50
• C) $2.00
• D) this cannot be determined from the information provided

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Definitions:

Estimated Ending Inventory

A projection of the value of inventory on hand at the end of an accounting period, often calculated using inventory methods such as FIFO or LIFO.

Gross Profit Rate

The ratio of gross profit (sales minus cost of goods sold) to sales revenue, expressed as a percentage.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that summarizes a company’s assets, liabilities, and shareholders’ equity at a specific point in time.

Gross Profit Method

An estimating technique used to determine the cost of goods sold and ending inventory, based on the gross profit margin.