The information below applies to a competitive firm that sells its output for $50 per unit. . • When the firm produces and sells 100 units of output, its average total cost is $26.5. • When the firm produces and sells 101 units of output, its average total cost is $26.65. . Refer to Scenario 14-2. When the firm produces 100 units of output, its profit is O $2,350.00.

The information below applies to a competitive firm that sells its output for $50 per unit. . • When the firm produces and sells 100 units of output, its average total cost is $26.5. • When the firm produces and sells 101 units of output, its average total cost is $26.65. . Refer to Scenario 14-2. When the firm produces 100 units of output, its profit is O $2,350.00.

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Chapter1: Making Economics Decisions

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