The Two Largest Auto Manufacturers, Toyota and GM, Have Experimented

question 42

Multiple Choice

The two largest auto manufacturers, Toyota and GM, have experimented with hydrogen powered cars in the past, and they are currently considering the decision to introduce a hydrogen powered car into the commercial automobile market. The payoffs from the possible actions are measured in millions of dollars per year, and the possible outcomes are summarized in the following game matrix:

If both firms enter the market simultaneously, what is the Nash equilibrium?

• A) Toyota produces and GM does not produce.
• B) GM produces and Toyota does not produce.
• C) There are two Nash equilibria - GM produces and Toyota does not produce, or Toyota produces and GM does not produce.
• D) There is no Nash equilibrium in this game.

---

Definitions:

Savings Accounts

A bank account which pays interest on deposits and is typically used for holding money that is not intended for daily expenses.

Checking Accounts

Checking accounts are bank accounts that allow for easy access to funds, typically through checks, debit cards, and electronic transfers, for daily transactions.

Observational Data

Data collected through watching and recording events as they occur naturally without intervention or manipulation.

Individual Interviews

A qualitative research method involving one-on-one conversations between a researcher and a participant to gather deep insights and information.