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Explain how the Average Total Cost curve is derived for a competitive firm in the long-run. Also, explain what is economies of scale.

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Chapter22: Supply: The Costs Of Doing Business

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Explain how the Average Total Cost curve is derived for a competitive firm in the long-run. Also, explain what is economies of scale.

Definition Definition Total cost of producing a certain quantity of a good, divided by the quantity produced. It is the sum of all costs (fixed and variable) required to produce one unit of output.

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