Question

Assume the XYZ Corporation is producing 20 units of output. It is selling this output in a purely competitive market at $10 per unit. Its total fixed costs are $100 and its average variable cost is $3 at 20 units of output. This corporation: Group of answer choices should close down in the short run. is realizing an economic profit of $40. is maximizing its profits. is realizing a loss of $60. PreviousNext

Answer 1

Answer: is realizing an economic profit of $40

Explanation:

The total cost involved in the production will be:

Fixed cost = $100

Variable cost = $3 × 20 = $60

Total cost = $160

The selling price will be:

= $10 × 20

= $200

The economic profit will then be;

= Selling price - Cost price

= $200 - $160

= $40