If your firm is producing a good at a level where marginal revenue equals marginal cost, and price is less than average variable cost, then in the short run your firm should:

A. shut down and suffer a loss equal to your fixed costs.
B. continue to produce, but increase output.
C. continue to produce the same amount.
D. continue to produce, but decrease output.


Answer: A

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