Question 1 Scenario 14-1 Assume a certain firm in a competitive market is producing Q = 1,000 units of output. At Q = 1,000, the firm's marginal cost equals $15 and its average total cost equals $11. The firm sells its output for $12 per unit. Refer to Scenario 14-1. To maximize its profit, the firm should increase its output. continue to produce 1,000 units. decrease its output but continue to produce. shut down.

Question 1 Scenario 14-1 Assume a certain firm in a competitive market is producing Q = 1,000 units of output. At Q = 1,000, the firm's marginal cost equals $15 and its average total cost equals $11. The firm sells its output for $12 per unit. Refer to Scenario 14-1. To maximize its profit, the firm should increase its output. continue to produce 1,000 units. decrease its output but continue to produce. shut down.

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Problem 31P: Return to Figure 9.2. Suppose P0 is 10 and P1 is 11. Suppose a new firm with the same LRAC curve as...

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