Exhibit 9-3 Demand and Cost Curves for GeneTech, a Monopolist

question 4

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 9-3 Demand and cost curves for GeneTech, a monopolist with a patented vaccine ​

-In Exhibit 9-3, what is the maximum hourly profit that GeneTech can earn from its vaccine?

• A) $1,500.
• B) $3,000.
• C) $4,500.
• D) $10,500.

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