A Monopolistic Competitor Is Producing a Level of Output at Which

question 3

Multiple Choice

A monopolistic competitor is producing a level of output at which price is $200,marginal revenue is $100,average total cost is $210,marginal cost is $100,and average variable cost is $180.In order to maximize profit,the firm should

• A)increase output.
• B)keep output the same.
• C)decrease output.
• D)shut down.

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