In a competitive market where firms are earning economic losses, which of the following should be expected as the industry moves to long-run equilibrium, ceteris paribus?

A. A lower price and fewer firms.
B. A lower price and more firms.
C. A higher price and more firms.
D. A higher price and fewer firms.


Answer: D

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