During the short run, a firm cannot

A) increase its use of labor.
B) change its plant size.
C) purchase more raw materials.
D) change its variable costs.


Answer: B

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A) the long-run Phillips curve shifted leftward. B) short-run Phillips curve shifted downward. C) economy moved to a lower point on its short-run Phillips curve but the short-run Phillips curve did not shift. D) short-run Phillips curve shifted upward. E) economy moved to a higher point on its short-run Phillips curve but the short-run Phillips curve did not shift.

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A serious consequence of a financial crisis is

A) a contraction in economic activity. B) an increase in asset prices. C) financial engineering. D) financial globalization.

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"If I didn't go to class tonight, I would save the $2 campus parking fee and spend three hours at work where I earn $10 per hour." The opportunity cost of attending class this evening is: a. $0

b. $2. c. $30. d. $32.

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________: the change in total cost of production as the output or total product of the business is expanded

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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