Multiple Choice
Balin's Burger Barn operates in a perfectly competitive market. Balin's is currently earning economic profits of $20,000 per year. Based on this information, we can conclude that
A) Balin's profits will discourage new firms from entering.
B) Balin's will increase its market price over the coming months.
C) Balin's is operating in the short run, but not the long run.
D) Balin's is operating in the long run.
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