5. Look again at Figure B (right). Assume the firm is perfectly competitive. Explain what AFC is, and use the labels on the graph to describe its amount.
5. Look again at Figure B (right). Assume the firm is perfectly competitive. Explain what AFC is, and use the labels on the graph to describe its amount.
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'''AFC is average fixed cost.'''
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'''AFC is average fixed cost, which is the difference between ATC and AVC: AFC=ATC-AVC. Using the labels on the graph, AFC = C-B.'''
6. Now turn to Figure A (right). What is the opportunity cost of shifting production from B to C?
6. Now turn to Figure A (right). What is the opportunity cost of shifting production from B to C?