Foundations of Economics, Student Value Edition (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134489230
Author: Robin Bade, Michael Parkin
Publisher: PEARSON
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Among the given options, identify the correct one on the basis of below statement:
A permanent increase in demand _____ economic profit in the short run and some firms will _____ in the long run is to be determined.
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