Suppose the market demand for milk is Qd = 150 - 5P. Additionally, suppose that a dairy's variable costs are VC = 2Q2 (where Q is the number of gallons of milk produced each day), its marginal cost is MC = 4Q and there is an avoidable fixed cost of $50 per day. In the long run there is free entry into the market. Suppose the demand for milk doubles. How many new firms enter the market in the long run due to the increased demand?

A. 10

B. 20

C. 100

D. 2


A. 10

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A) less; lower B) less; more C) more; lower D) more; higher

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A. It shows the relationship between the overall price level and the level of total demand. B. It shows the price level on the vertical axis and output on the horizontal axis. C. The aggregate demand curve slopes downward. D. It shows the relationship between the overall price level and level consumption.

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Generally speaking, a country whose currency appreciates will experience, as a result,

A. Reduced aggregate demand as a result of a decrease in exports. B. Increased exports. C. Inflationary pressure from higher import prices. D. Increasing interest rates from capital inflow.

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