A Monopoly Is Producing a Level of Output at Which

question 4

Multiple Choice

A monopoly is producing a level of output at which price is $80,marginal revenue is $40,average total cost is $100,marginal cost is $40,and average fixed cost is $10.In order to maximize profit,the firm should

• A)produce more.
• B)keep output the same.
• C)produce less.
• D)shut down.

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Definitions:

Framing Error

A cognitive bias where information is presented or perceived in a way that influences judgment and decision-making, potentially leading to incorrect conclusions or actions.

Representativeness Heuristic

A cognitive bias in decision-making where the likelihood of an event is estimated based on how much it resembles existing stereotypes or patterns.

Availability Heuristic

A cognitive bias where people overestimate the importance or frequency of information that is readily available to them.

Anchoring and Adjustment Heuristic

A mental shortcut that influences the way people intuitively assess probabilities and make decisions based on initial information.