A Firm's Average Fixed Cost Curve Is

question 122

Multiple Choice

A firm's average fixed cost curve is:

• A) U-shaped.
• B) a curve that increases as output expands.
• C) a vertical line.
• D) a curve that declines as output expands and approaches the X-axis when output is large.

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The difference between what consumers are willing to pay and what they actually pay for a good or service.

Surplus II

An excess of supply over demand, leading to lower prices and potential inefficiencies in the market.

Equilibrium Quantity

At the market equilibrium price, the amount of goods or services available matches the amount that consumers want to buy.

Willingness to Pay

The maximum amount an individual is prepared to spend on a good or service, reflecting the value they derive from it.