Long-Run Equilibrium Under Monopolistic Competition Is Similar to That Under

question 10

Multiple Choice

Long-run equilibrium under monopolistic competition is similar to that under perfect competition in that

• A)firms produce at the minimum point of their average cost curves.
• B)price equals marginal cost.
• C)firms earn normal profits.
• D)price equals marginal revenue.

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