A Pure Monopolist Is Producing an Output Such That ATC

question 207

Multiple Choice

A pure monopolist is producing an output such that ATC = $4, P = $5, MC = $2, and MR = $3. This firm is realizing

• A) a loss that could be reduced by producing more output.
• B) a loss that could be reduced by producing less output.
• C) an economic profit that could be increased by producing more output.
• D) an economic profit that could be increased by producing less output.

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