-The Figure Above Shows the Market Demand Curve and the ATC

question 8

Multiple Choice

-The figure above shows the market demand curve and the ATC curve for a firm.If all firms in the market have the same ATC curve,the lowest price at which a firm could stay in business in the long run is ________ per unit and the quantity demanded in the market at that price is ________ units per hour.

• A) $15; 6,000
• B) $10; 8,000
• C) $10; 6,000
• D) $25; 2,000
• E) $10; 4,000

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Definitions:

Business Risk

Business risk pertains to the potential for loss that a business faces from factors affecting its profitability or operational success, such as market competition and demand fluctuations.

Financial Risk

The possibility of losing money on an investment or business venture due to market conditions, interest rate changes, or other financial factors.

Interest Tax Shield

The reduction in income taxes that results from the deduction of interest payments on debt from taxable income.

Unlevered

Pertaining to a business or investment that does not involve borrowing, thereby not subject to the risks and rewards of leverage.