Which of the Following Describes the Difference Between the Market

question 261

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the difference between the market demand curve for a perfectly competitive industry and the demand curve for a firm in this industry?

• A)The market demand curve is a horizontal line; the firm's demand curve is downward sloping.
• B)The market demand curve is downward sloping; the firm's demand curve is a vertical line.
• C)The market demand curve cannot have a constant slope; the firm's demand curve has a slope equal to zero.
• D)The market demand curve is downward sloping; the firm's demand curve is a horizontal line.

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Definitions:

Net Income

The net income of a business once all costs, such as operating expenses and taxes, are subtracted from its total earnings.

Income Sharing

An arrangement where generated income is distributed among participants or partners, often in proportion to their investment or contribution.

Capital Balances

The amount of equity in a company or partnership owned by shareholders or partners, respectively.

Interest

The cost of borrowing money, typically expressed as a percentage of the principal, paid to the lender over a period of time.