In the Long Run, a Firm Will Exit a Competitive

question 10

Multiple Choice

In the long run, a firm will exit a competitive industry if

• A)total revenue exceeds total cost.
• B)the price exceeds average total cost.
• C)average total cost exceeds the price.
• D)Both a and b are correct.

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Definitions:

Savings

The portion of disposable income not spent on consumption of goods and services, often placed in a deposit account.

Disposable Income

Funds apportioned to households for saving and spending after the settlement of income taxes.

Consumption

Domestic consumption of goods and services by households.

Autonomous Consumption

The level of consumption that occurs when income is zero, reflecting the basic level of spending necessary to sustain life.