Which of the following is a long-run adjustment?

A. A firm hires two new workers.
B. The number of professional baseball teams increases by two.
C. GM buys more steel for its auto plants in Michigan.
D. A farmer buys twice the usual amount of fertilizer.


Answer: B

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