Refer to Figure 23

question 90

Multiple Choice

Refer to Figure 23.4 for a perfectly competitive market and firm.Which of the following is most likely to occur, ceteris paribus?

• A) The firm will exit in the long run.
• B) The firm will increase output.
• C) The firm will shut down in the short run.
• D) The firm will raise its price.

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