Assume Dell Computer Company Operates in a Perfectly Competitive Market

question 190

Multiple Choice

Assume Dell Computer Company operates in a perfectly competitive market producing 5,000 computers per day. At this output level, price exceeds this firm's marginal cost. To maximize profits, Dell should

• A) make no adjustments as they are already maximizing their profits.
• B) increase their output.
• C) decrease their output.
• D) stop producing since it is earning a loss.

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