Chapter1: Making Economics Decisions
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In figure 9.2 what is the marginal cost at a quality of 120 units?
A.) 35
B 40
C 55
D 60
E 4,800

Transcribed Image Text:## Cost Curves of a Firm
The figure below illustrates the cost curves of a firm.
### Figure 9.2: Cost Curves
**Graph Description:**
- **Axes:**
- The vertical axis represents Cost (in dollars).
- The horizontal axis represents Quantity.
- **Cost Curves:**
- **MC (Marginal Cost):** This curve is upward-sloping, indicating the additional cost of producing one more unit.
- **ATC (Average Total Cost):** This curve is U-shaped, representing the average cost per unit, which is initially high, decreases, and then rises again due to varying efficiencies.
- **AVC (Average Variable Cost):** This curve is also U-shaped but below the ATC curve. It reflects the variable costs per unit and follows a similar pattern to ATC.
**Definitions:**
- **ATC (Average Total Cost):** Total cost divided by the quantity of output produced.
- **AVC (Average Variable Cost):** Variable cost divided by the quantity of output produced.
- **MC (Marginal Cost):** The cost of producing one additional unit of output.
These curves are essential for understanding the firm's cost structure and decision-making regarding production levels.
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