Martha and Oleg Are Competitors in a Local Market and Each

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Multiple Choice

Martha and Oleg are competitors in a local market and each is trying to decide if it is worthwhile to advertise.If both of them advertise,each will earn a profit of $5,000.If neither of them advertise,each will earn a profit of $10,000.If one advertises and the other doesn't,then the one who advertises will earn a profit of $15,000 and the other will earn $7,000.To earn the highest profit,Martha

• A) should advertise, and she will earn $5,000.
• B) should advertise, and she will earn $15,000.
• C) should not advertise, and she will earn $10,000.
• D) has no dominant strategy.

Identify legislative and hypothetical actions to manage or reform the federal budget process.

Understand the fiscal year definition and its significance in budget planning.

Know the differences among various federal government spending categories and their economic impacts.

Appreciate the challenges and criticisms associated with the federal budget process.

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