Assume price exceeds average variable cost over the relevant range of demand. If a monopolistically competitive firm is producing at an output where marginal revenue is $23 and marginal cost is $19, then to maximize profits the firm should

A) continue to produce the same quantity.
B) increase output.
C) decrease output.
D) shut down.

Answer: B

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