If all firms in a perfectly competitive industry are earning a normal profit, then:

A. existing firms will exit the industry.
B. new firms will enter the industry.
C. there is no incentive for firms to enter or exit the industry.
D. the market supply curve will shift to the left.

Answer: C

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