The Marginal Cost Curve

question 110

Multiple Choice

The marginal cost curve:

• A)is a vertical line.
• B)generally rises at first and then declines as output expands.
• C)generally falls at first and then rises as output expands.
• D)intersects the average variable cost curve from below at its maximum point.
• E)decreases when marginal product begins to diminish.

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