Say a competitive firm is producing at point where ATC = $10, AVC = $2. If the firm charges $5 for its output, then in the short-run this firm should
A. exit the industry.
B. shutdown production.
C. continue to operate.
D. try to reduce its fixed costs.
Answer: C
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