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evelyn o bentley

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If in a market the last unit of output was sold at a price higher than marginal cost,
 
  A) producers are better off producing more.
  B) consumers are better off if less of the product is sold.
  C) social welfare is not maximized.
  D) the unit increased total profit.

Question 2

If a market produces a level of output below the competitive equilibrium, then
 
  A) social welfare is not maximized.
  B) consumer surplus might still be maximized.
  C) the actual price will be below the equilibrium price.
  D) social welfare might still be enhanced if a price ceiling keeps price below the competitive price.


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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A



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