A firm sells a product in a perfectly competitive market. The marginal cost of the product at the current output level of 200 units is $4. The minimum possible average variable cost is $3.50. The market price of the product is $3. To maximize profits or minimize losses, the firm should

A. shut down.
B. continue producing 200 units.
C. increase production to more than 200 units.
D. decrease production to less than 200 units.

Answer: A

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