(Figure 59-3: Profit Maximizing) The figure shows cost curves for a firm operating in a perfectly competitive
market. Which of the following statements is true?
a. AFC is represented in this figure by the vertical distance between Curve M and Curve N
at any level of output.
b. Any price below P3 will result in the firm shutting down in the short run.
c. This figure illustrates the long run because all costs are variable.
d. Quantity q2 is to the left of the shut-down point.
e. AFC is represented in this figure by the vertical distance between Curve N and Curve O
at any level of output.