A Monopolist Will Shut Down in the Short Run If

question 115

Multiple Choice

A monopolist will shut down in the short run if:

• A)price exceeds marginal revenue.
• B)price is less than marginal revenue.
• C)price is less than average total cost.
• D)total revenue is less than total variable cost.
• E)total revenue is less than total fixed cost.

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