The Following Graphs Show Two Firms Operating in a Monopolistically

question 99

Multiple Choice

The following graphs show two firms operating in a monopolistically competitive market. In Graph A, the profit-maximizing firm is making a profit, shown by the area _____.

• A)P₁XZP₂
• B)P₁XYW
• C)P₂Zq₁O
• D)WYZP₂
• E)WYq₁O

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