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As output increases

A. MC curve initially falls and then rises

B. MC initially rises and then falls

C. MC continuously rises

D. None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

As output increases when MC curve initially falls and then rises. The Marginal Cost curve is U shaped because initially when a firm increases its output, total costs, as well as variable costs, start to increase at a diminishing rate. Then as output rises, the marginal cost increases.

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