If a Perfectly Competitive Firm Raised the Price of Its

question 242

Multiple Choice

If a perfectly competitive firm raised the price of its product,

• A) its profits would increase.
• B) the quantity of output it sells decreases to zero.
• C) rival firms will follow suit and raise their prices also.
• D) the firm will be forced to advertise more.
• E) its total revenue would rise but its total cost would rise by more.

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Definitions:

Restrictive Monetary Policy

Government actions to reduce the money supply to curb rising prices, overexpansion, and concerns about overly rapid economic growth.

Money Supply

The total amount of monetary assets available in an economy at a specific time, including cash, coins, and balances held in checking and savings accounts.

Inflation

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, eroding purchasing power.

Global Economy

An interconnected world economy where goods, services, and financial capital move across national borders, influenced by global events and policies.