In the Short Run, a Firm That Is Operating at a Loss

question 43

Multiple Choice

In the short run, a firm that is operating at a loss has two options.These options are

• A)to reduce output or reduce its variable costs.
• B)to go out of business or declare bankruptcy.
• C)to shut down temporarily or continue to produce.
• D)to adopt new technology or change the size of its physical plant.

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Definitions:

Tax Burden

The total amount of taxes paid by individuals or businesses relative to their income, often discussed in the context of debates over fairness and economic policy.

Elastic

Describes a situation in which the demand or supply for a good or service changes significantly when its price changes.

Inelastic

A situation in which the demand or supply for a product does not change significantly in response to price changes.

Fixed Productive Capacity

The maximum output that an economy can produce without increasing inflation, assuming resources are fully utilized.