The Following Data Show the Total Output for a Firm

question 75

Multiple Choice

The following data show the total output for a firm when different amounts of labour are combined with a fixed amount of capital.Assume that the wage per unit of labour is $10 and the cost of the capital is $50. $$\begin{array} { | c | l | } \hline \text { Lab our per period } & \text { Total output per period } \\\hline 0 & 0 \\\hline 1 & 10 \\\hline 2 & 30 \\\hline 3 & 90 \\\hline 4 & 132 \\\hline 5 & 150 \\\hline\end{array}$$ TABLE 7- 3
-Refer to Table 7- 3.If this firm is producing 20 units of output per period its marginal cost is

• A)16.7 cents.
• B)$10.00.
• C)50 cents.
• D)$1.67.
• E)$1.00.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost Curve

A graphical representation that shows the trade-offs between two options, highlighting what is sacrificed when choosing one option over another.

Excess Capacity

A situation where a firm operates below its maximum production capacity, indicating it can increase output without incurring higher fixed costs.

Variable Costs

Expenses that change in proportion to the level of goods or services produced, such as materials and labor costs.

Repeat Customers

Customers who return to a business to make subsequent purchases, showing loyalty and continued interest in a company's products or services.