A Constant-Cost, Perfectly Competitive Market Is in Long-Run Equilibrium

question 120

Multiple Choice

A constant-cost, perfectly competitive market is in long-run equilibrium.At present, there are 1,000 firms each producing 400 units of output.The price of the good is $60.Now suppose there is a sudden increase in demand for the industry's product which causes the price of the good to rise to $64.In the new long-run equilibrium, how will the average total cost of producing the good compare to what it was before the price of the good rose?

• A)The average total cost will be higher than it was before the price increase since the increase in demand will drive up input prices.
• B)The average total cost will be lower than it was before the price increase because of economies of scale.
• C)The average total cost will be higher than it was before the price increase because of diseconomies of scale arising from the increased demand.
• D)The average total cost will be the same as it was before the price increase.

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Definitions:

Procedural Unconscionability

A legal term referring to a situation where the terms of a contract are so unfair or the process is so unequal that it shocks the conscience.

Substantive Unconscionability

Refers to a condition in contract law where the terms of a contract are extremely unfair or one-sided in favor of the party who has the superior bargaining power.

Administrative Costs

Expenses related to the general operation of an organization, such as salaries of non-production staff, office supplies, and utilities.

GDP

Gross Domestic Product, a financial measure representing the total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country in a given period.