Which of the following is a short-run adjustment?

A) A local bakery hires two additional bakers.
B) Six new firms enter the plastics industry.
C) The number of farms in the United States declines by 5 percent.
D) BMW constructs a new assembly plant in South Carolina.

Short-Run Adjustment

The process by which businesses alter their production levels or inputs in response to short-term changes in market conditions.

Local Bakery

A place of business that specializes in producing and selling bread, cakes, and other baked goods to consumers within a specific area.

Plastics Industry

An economic sector involved in the production, distribution, and recycling of plastic materials and products.