Suppose That for a Particular Firm the Only Variable Input

question 611

Multiple Choice

Suppose that for a particular firm the only variable input into the production process is labor and that output equals zero when no workers are hired. In addition, suppose that the average total cost when 5 units of output are produced is $30, and the marginal cost of the sixth unit of output is $60. What is the average total cost when six units are produced?

• A)$10
• B)$25
• C)$30
• D)$35

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