The Figure Given Below Shows Three Short Run Average Total

question 31

Multiple Choice

The figure given below shows three Short Run Average Total Cost (SRATC) curves and the Long Run Average Total Cost (LRATC) curve of a firm.Figure 8.3

-As the confectionary, Mrs. Fields' Cookies, gained popularity in California and decided to expand its operations to Utah, it was able to achieve economies of scale. This means that:

• A)property taxes were lower in its new location in Utah.
• B)transport and communication systems were more developed in Utah.
• C)wages were higher in Utah compared to California.
• D)expansion of output and firm size led to specialization among the workers.
• E)government policies were more favorable in Utah.

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