Suppose a perfectly competitive firm faces the following short-run cost and revenue conditions: ATC = $6.00; AVC = $4.00; MC = $3.50; MR = $3.50. The firm should
A. increase output.
B. remain at the same position.
C. increase price.
D. shut down.
Answer: D
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