What is the rule for efficient output selection and how does the competitive market achieve it?

The rule is MC = MU. In competition, MC = P. Consumer decision making brings about P = MU. Since P for a particular good is the same for both buyers and sellers, MC = P = MU. So the competitive market achieves MC = MU.

Economics

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a. FDA b. DOI c. FEMA d. EPA

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