Figure 2-5 Shows Monthly Average (Per Unit)production Costs for Producing

question 10

Multiple Choice

Figure 2-5 shows monthly average (per unit) production costs for producing Good X. FIGURE 2-5
-Refer to Figure 2-5.What is the slope of this non-linear function when 1200 units per month are being produced?

• A)0.25
• B)-0.25
• C)4
• D)-4
• E)-2

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