When Simple Semiconductors was operating at the minimum efficient scale of 10,000–12,000 units per month, the firm's cost per unit was $45. However, when the output level was increased beyond 12,000 units, the cost per unit increased to $47. This increase was attributed to the wear-and-tear of the machinery, and complexities of managing and coordinating. What is this phenomenon known as?
a) minimum efficient scale
b) diseconomies of scale
c) experience curve effect
d) learning-curve effect

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Answer:

b

Explanation:

Diseconomies of scale is when a firm increases its output and cost per unit increases. This occurs when a firm produces beyond its  minimum efficient scale

The  minimum efficient scale is the lowest point on the cost curve where a firm can produce its output at the lowest cost

Diseconomies of scale is the opposite of economies of scale. Economies of scale is when as output is increases, cost per output falls.