Firms Will Break Even If the Price They Charge Is

question 78

Multiple Choice

Firms will break even if the price they charge is

• A) less than their minimum average total cost (ATC).
• B) less than their minimum average variable cost (AVC).
• C) greater than their minimum average variable cost (AVC).
• D) greater than their minimum average total cost (ATC).
• E) equal to their minimum average total cost (ATC).

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Definitions:

Total Fixed Costs

The sum of all costs required to produce any level of output that does not change with the amount produced, such as rent or salaries.

Marginal Costs

The surcharge associated with the fabrication of an additional unit of a good or service.

Short-Run Supply Schedule

The Short-Run Supply Schedule illustrates how much of a good or service producers are willing to supply at different price levels within a short time frame.

Cost Data

Information related to the expenses involved in producing a good or service, including materials, labor, and overhead costs.