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leilurhhh

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The actual time length of the short run is determined by when diminishing marginal returns start.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

A firm operating with diminishing total returns cannot be profit maximizing.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

False. The actual time length of the short run is a function of how long it would take to adjust all inputs.

Answer to Question 2

True . This firm could produce more output with fewer inputs. This cannot be profit maximizing.



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