In the Short Run,producers Derive Surplus from Market Exchange Because

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the short run,producers derive surplus from market exchange because _____

• A)the price they receive is greater than the minimum amount they require to sell a good.
• B)the price they receive is equal to the minimum amount they require to sell a good.
• C)the price they receive is less than the minimum amount they require to sell a good.
• D)market price equals average total cost.
• E)they can charge higher prices for their products by restricting supply.

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