If Economies of Scale Are Relatively Unimportant in an Industry

question 8

Multiple Choice

If economies of scale are relatively unimportant in an industry, the typical firm's long-run average total cost curve will reach a minimum at a level of output that is a ________ fraction of total industry sales.The industry will be ________.

• A)large; competitive
• B)large; an oligopoly
• C)small; competitive
• D)small; an oligopoly

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Definitions:

Organizational Subunits

Smaller, specialized divisions within an organization that focus on specific tasks or missions, contributing to the larger organizational goals.

Information Power

The influence and control one gains from possessing valuable data or knowledge.

Referent Power

A form of influence based on the leader's personal attributes, where followers identify with and want to emulate the leader.

Affection

pertains to feelings of fondness or tenderness directed towards someone or something, influencing interpersonal relationships and behaviors.