Which of the following statements regarding marginal analysis is​ true?     A. If total cost is​ falling, marginal cost must be positive.   B. If total cost is​ rising, marginal cost must be rising.   C. If total cost is​ rising, marginal cost could be falling.   D. If total cost is​ falling, marginal cost could be zero.

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