In competitive markets economic profit becomes zero in the long-run. However, it is also possible for somefirms to earn a greater accounting profit and to enjoy a higher producer surplus than other firms. How is it possible?

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In competitive markets economic profit becomes zero in the long-run. However, it is also possible for somefirms to earn a greater accounting profit and to enjoy a higher producer surplus than other firms. How is it possible?

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