Suppose That a Monopolist Must Choose Between Two Points on Its

question 33

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a monopolist must choose between two points on its demand curve: it can sell 100 units for $3 each, or it can sell 140 units for $2 each.Which of the following is true?

• A)The monopolist is facing elastic demand.
• B)The monopolist is facing unit elastic demand.
• C)The monopolist is facing inelastic demand.
• D)The monopolist is facing perfectly elastic demand.
• E)The elasticity of demand cannot be determined with the information given.

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Definitions:

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials and the standard cost, indicating how much was saved or overspent on materials.

Direct Material Used

Direct material used refers to the raw materials that are directly incorporated into a product being manufactured.

Materials Purchased

The total cost of raw materials bought for use in the production process.

Materials Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the quantity expected, multiplied by the standard cost per unit.