In the Standard Model of Pure Competition, a Profit-Maximizing Firm

question 129

Multiple Choice

In the standard model of pure competition, a profit-maximizing firm will shut down in the short run if price is below

• A) marginal cost.
• B) average cost.
• C) average fixed cost.
• D) average variable cost.

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