If a Firm Faces a Downward-Sloping Demand Curve,it Will Ensure

question 62

Multiple Choice

If a firm faces a downward-sloping demand curve,it will ensure that:

• A)P = ATC.
• B)P > MR.
• C)P < MC.
• D)P = MC.

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