If Production Displays Economies of Scale, the Long-Run Average Cost

question 104

Multiple Choice

If production displays economies of scale, the long-run average cost curve is

• A)above the short-run average total cost curve.
• B)downward sloping.
• C)upward sloping.
• D)below the long-run marginal cost curve.

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost

The increment in total financial outlay associated with generating one more unit of a product or service.

Demand Schedule

A table showing the quantity of a good or service demanded at various prices, depicting the relationship between price and demand.

Monopoly

A Monopoly exists when a specific person or enterprise is the only supplier of a particular commodity, giving them significant control over pricing and market terms.

Marginal Revenue

The increase in income from selling an additional unit of a good or service.