Question 11
MediumOriginal questionRead the two statements and choose the correct option.
I. Total variable cost is zero when output is zero.
II. Total cost is zero when output is zero, in the short run.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer A
Correct answer: A
Explanation
I is true: no output, no variable inputs.
II is false: fixed cost is still there, so TC = TFC.
- Concept
- Costs at zero output
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
- Your timeYours
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