Refer to the information provided in Figure 15.5 below to answer the question(s) that follow.  Figure 15.5 Refer to Figure 15.5. In the long run in this monopolistically competitive industry,

A. all firms will leave the industry.
B. some firms will leave the industry until the remaining firms break even economically.
C. product supply will increase so prices will go up.
D. some firms will enter the industry and industry profits will increase.


Answer: B

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