In: Economics
Suppose that a competitive firm faces a market price of $8, an average variable cost of (AVC) or 7, fixed costs of ($400) and is maximizing their profits by producing 200 units. Will the firm produce in the short run? Will the firm produce in the long run?
Average fixed cost = 400/200= 2
ATC = 2 + 7 = 9
Since Price is greater than average variable cost, the firm should continue to produce in the short run.
Price of $8 is less than ATC of $9, the firm should exit in the long run.