Asked by Victoria Nguyen on Jun 24, 2024

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Firms in an industry will not earn long-run economic profits if

A) fixed costs are zero.
B) the number of firms in the industry is fixed.
C) there is free entry and exit of firms in the industry.
D) production costs for a given level of output are minimized.

Long-Run Economic Profits

Profits earned by a firm when all resources are adjusted to their long-term optimal level, indicating the firm is in equilibrium and cannot earn higher profits by altering production.

Free Entry And Exit

A situation in a market where firms can enter and leave the industry without facing significant barriers or costs, promoting competition.

Industry

A sector of the economy that involves the production and distribution of goods or services within a particular field.

  • Familiarize yourself with the conditions conducive to reaching a long-run equilibrium in a monopolistically competitive market environment.
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IsaBelle McAlpineJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In a market where there is free entry and exit of firms, economic profits tend to be zero in the long run because new firms will enter the market if existing firms are earning economic profits, increasing supply and driving down prices and profits until they reach a normal level.