Figure 10-2



Figure 10-2 shows demand and short-run cost curves for a perfectly competitive firm. In the short run, this firm would



a.

earn positive economic profits.



b.

earn economic losses.



c.

go out of business.



d.

Cannot be determined with the information given.


b

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