When the Market Price Has Fallen Below a Firm's ATC

question 65

Multiple Choice

When the market price has fallen below a firm's ATC but is above its AVC,in the short run,the firm:

• A)will yield more revenue than variable costs by producing where MC = MR.
• B)can minimize its losses by staying open.
• C)is not earning positive profits.
• D)All of these are true.

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