A perfectly competitive firm facing a price of $10 decides to produce 100 units. If its marginal cost of producing the last unit is $12 and it is seeking to maximize profit, the firm should:

A. shut down.
B. produce more units.
C. produce fewer units.
D. continue producing 100 units.

Answer: C

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