If the AC Curve in the Above Graph Represents the Minimum

question 71

Multiple Choice

If the AC curve in the above graph represents the minimum of the average total cost curve,then examples of X-inefficiency would best be represented by point:

• A) A at output level Q₁ and point D at output level Q₁.
• B) A at output level Q₁ and point B at output level Q₂.
• C) E at output level Q₂ and point F at output level Q₃.
• D) D at output level Q₁ and point C at output level Q₃.

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