To maximize profit, a firm will produce the level of output where MR = MC. If a firm actually makes a profit depends on the relationship of price to average total cost. What are the three possible relationships between price and average total cost that

determine if a firm will make a profit, experience a loss, or break even?

What will be an ideal response?


If P > ATC, the firm makes a profit.
If P < ATC, the firm experiences a loss.
If P = ATC, the firm breaks even.

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A) $3,500 B) $7,000 C) $3,000 D) $6,00

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The problem of dead capital can be eliminated by

A) changing the structure of import tariffs. B) increasing the labor force participation rate. C) making it easier for people to establish legal ownership of productive capital. D) restricting population growth.

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