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


Answer: A

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