Which of the following is a feature of the short-run cost curves? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a feature of the short-run cost curves?
A. Marginal cost is always constant
B. Average fixed cost declines continuously as output increases
C. All costs are variable
D. There are no fixed costs
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Average fixed cost falls continuously with an increase in output because total fixed cost is spread over a larger number of units; the AFC curve is a rectangular hyperbola.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'Search Theory' of unemployment?
A. Markets always clear instantaneously
B. Only aggregate demand determines unemployment
C. Unemployment arises from the time-consuming process of matching workers and jobs
D. Unemployment is only classical and caused by high real wages

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Search-and-matching theory explains frictional and structural unemployment as the result of imperfect information and the costly process of matching heterogeneous workers with heterogeneous jobs.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
In monopolistic competition, the long-run equilibrium of a firm is characterised by:
A. Full capacity utilisation and supernormal profit
B. Full capacity utilisation and normal profit
C. Excess capacity and supernormal profit
D. Excess capacity and normal profit

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Under monopolistic competition, firms produce less than the optimum output (excess capacity) and earn only normal profits in the long run due to free entry and exit.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Which of the following is NOT a determinant of aggregate demand?
A. Consumption expenditure
B. Technology level
C. Government expenditure
D. Investment expenditure

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Technology primarily affects aggregate supply. Aggregate demand is determined by consumption, investment, government spending and net exports.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1