Ralph Quarry Has the Only Company in Laredo, Texas That

question 49

Essay

Ralph Quarry has the only company in Laredo, Texas that makes pea gravel. He believes that pea gravel batching and delivery costs can be viewed as constant at $15 per ton sold. If he estimates the monthly demand in his market area to be given by the demand curve Q = 500 - 10P, so that MR = 50 - .2Q:
a. How many tons of pea gravel should he sell per month?
b. What price should he charge per ton and how much will his total monthly profit contribution from pea gravel sales?

Grasp the principles of business organization structures, including corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs).

Recognize the differences between limited liability companies (LLCs) and S corporations in terms of taxation and operational requirements.

Identify defensive strategies used by companies during hostile takeover attempts.

Learn the legal protections and limitations provided to members/owners in different types of business entities.

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