-Consider the Monopolistically Competitive Firm Whose Demand Curve and Cost

question 128

Multiple Choice

-Consider the monopolistically competitive firm whose demand curve and cost structure are illustrated in Figure 11-1.Which of the following statements is correct in the short run?

• A)The firm will produce 100 units and suffer a loss of $400 per week.
• B)The firm will produce 100 units and suffer a loss of $300 per week.
• C)The firm will produce 100 units and suffer a loss of $1,000 per week.
• D)The firm will produce 100 units and suffer a loss of $100 per week.
• E)The firm will produce zero units and suffer a loss of $300 per week.

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