For a Firm, We Define the Short Run as a Period

question 192

Multiple Choice

For a firm, we define the short run as a period of time during which

• A) at least one input cannot be changed.
• B) all inputs can be changed.
• C) only the plant size can be changed.
• D) all inputs cannot be changed.

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