Suppose a Radio Manufacturer Has the Total Cost Function

question 68

Multiple Choice

Suppose a radio manufacturer has the total cost function and the total revenue function , where x represents the number of radios produced and sold. Write down the profit function and then use this function to determine how many radios must be sold to avoid losing money. Round your answer to the nearest whole number. ​

• A)700
• B)38
• C)40
• D)165
• E)1,935

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