Kermit's algae factory is in trouble. Algae is sold into a perfectly competitive market. Kermit estimates that the average variable cost of producing a ton of algae is $6. The current market price of algae is $8. Kermit is currently selling 1,000 tons of algae per month. His firm's fixed cost is $5,000 per month. In the short run, Kermit should:
