Figure 13-2 Suppose a Firm Operating in a Competitive Market Has the Has

question 72

Multiple Choice

Figure 13-2
Suppose a firm operating in a competitive market has the following cost curves:
-Refer to Figure 13-2.If the market price is P2,in the short run the firm will earn

• A) positive economic profits.
• B) negative economic profits but will try to remain open.
• C) negative economic profits and will shut down.
• D) zero economic profits.

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Definitions:

Source of Cash

Any activity or operation that brings money into a business, contributing to its cash flow.

Current Ratio

A liquidity ratio that measures a company's ability to pay short-term obligations or those due within one year, calculated by dividing current assets by current liabilities.

Net Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating short-term financial health.

Short-term Bank Loan

A loan borrowed from a bank with a repayment period typically less than one year, often used for immediate liquidity needs.