If equilibrium is achieved in a competitive market, then

A) there is no deadweight loss.
B) the deadweight loss will be maximized.
C) the deadweight loss will equal the sum of consumer surplus and producer surplus.
D) the deadweight loss will be the same as the opportunity cost of the last unit of output sold.


Answer: A

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