For the Problem Below, What Is the Quantity Assigned to the Cell

question 58

Multiple Choice

For the problem below, what is the quantity assigned to the cell Source 1-Destination 2 using the intuitive method for an initial feasible solution? $$\begin{array} { | l | r | r | r | r | } \hline \text { COSTS } & \text { Dest. 1 } & \text { Dest. 2 } & \text { Dest. 3 } & \text { Supply } \\\hline \text { Source 1 } & 2 & 1 & 3 & 50 \\\hline \text { Source 2 } & 4 & 7 & 5 & 40 \\\hline \text { Source 3 } & 3 & 12 & 6 & 30 \\\hline \text { Demand } & 50 & 45 & 25 & 120 \backslash 120 \\\hline\end{array}$$

• A) 1
• B) 5
• C) 30
• D) 45
• E) 50

Recognize the factors determining the technological progressiveness of an industry, including industry concentration and the availability of technological opportunities.

Understand the relationship between marginal cost and R&D expenditures in firms.

Comprehend the role of government in financing basic scientific research and its implications on public goods and externalities.

Identify the optimal level of R&D expenditure for firms based on marginal cost and benefit analysis.

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Definitions:

Problem Solving

The process of identifying a problem, developing potential solutions, and implementing a course of action to resolve the problem.

Superordinate Goals

Goals that are important enough to require the cooperation of two or more individuals or groups to achieve.

Compromise

An agreement or a settlement of a dispute reached by each side making concessions, often regarded as an effective way to resolve conflicts.

Smoothing

A statistical method applied to data or signals to reduce variability or noise, helping in revealing underlying trends or patterns.