In a perfectly competitive industry, price equals marginal cost. Which of the following is NOT an implication of this? A) The product will be produced at the minimum average total cost in the long run. B) A competitive firm sells its product at the opportunity cost of the product. C) The price of the product accurately reflects its cost to society. D) Competitive firms maximize profits.
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