Refer to Figure 13-3. Why doesn't the total cost curve begin at the origin (the point 0,0) ?

A) Because variable costs are positive when output is zero
B) Because fixed costs are positive when output is zero
C) Because the firm is producing at the efficient scale
D) Because the firm is maximizing profits

Total Cost Curve

A graphical representation of the total cost of production at various levels of output, showing the relationship between cost and quantity produced.

Origin

The point at which something begins or arises, often used in various contexts such as the origins of a concept, product, or phenomenon.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, or insurance premiums.