Question 4
MediumOriginal questionFree entry and exit of firms under perfect competition means that, in the long run, firms earn
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Supernormal profit draws new firms in, raising supply and lowering price; losses drive firms out, raising price.
This continues until price equals minimum AC: only normal profit remains.
- Concept
- Free entry and long-run profit
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
- Your timeYours
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