Question 17
Theory of Costs and RevenueA firm's average cost decreases in the long-run because of
- A.increasing returns to scale.
- B.diminishing supply.
- C.decreasing marginal returns.
- D.decreasing average fixed cost.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (increasing returns to scale.)
Explanation
Increasing returns to scale (economies of scale) lower long-run average cost.