Assume a firm is currently producing 800 units of output, P = $10, MC = $10, ATC = $8, and AVC = $6. In this case, the firm is maximizing its profit, which equals $1,600

The term monopolistic competition

a. is an alternate expression for monopoly b. is used to describe perfect competition with strong entry barriers c. denotes an industry with one seller of many differentiated products d. denotes an industry with many sellers of homogeneous products e. denotes an industry with many sellers of differentiated products

The federal government _______ securities (treasury bonds, notes, and bills) to cover its budget deficits.

a. buys b. sells c. trades d. creates