In a Competitive Market, the Actions of Any Single Buyer

question 136

Multiple Choice

In a competitive market, the actions of any single buyer or seller will

• A)have a negligible impact on the market price.
• B)have little effect on market equilibrium quantity but will affect market equilibrium price.
• C)affect marginal revenue and average revenue but not price.
• D)adversely affect the profitability of more than one firm in the market.

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Definitions:

Alternatives

Different options or strategies available for consideration in decision-making processes.

Original Cost

Original Cost refers to the initial monetary value spent to acquire an asset, including purchase price and any other associated costs necessary to get the asset ready for use.

Increased Revenues

The growth in money that a company brings in from its operations, indicating a rise in sales or other income sources.

Variable Costs

These are expenses that vary directly with changes in production volume or activity level.