In a Constant Cost Industry, the Market Price and Average

question 9

Multiple Choice

In a constant cost industry, the market price and average cost are equal to $23. Therefore, which of the following is correct?

• A) An increase in demand will cause the short-run price to rise above $23, but in the long run, the price will return to $23.
• B) An increase in demand will cause profits to rise and firms to enter the industry until profits return to normal.
• C) A decrease in demand will cause market price to fall below average cost and thus firms will earn negative profits.
• D) All of the answers are correct.

Understand the implications of changes in ownership percentages of subsidiaries on the parent's consolidated financial statements.

Calculate the balances of significant accounts on the consolidated statement of financial position using the parent-company extension method.

Distinguish between the equity and cost methods of accounting for investments.

Assess the impact of subsidiary share transactions on the Non-controlling interest (NCI) and the overall equity structure.

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