$\operatorname { var } ( a X + b Y ) =$

question 26

Multiple Choice

$\operatorname { var } ( a X + b Y ) =$

• A) \(a ^ { 2 } \sigma _ { X } ^ { 2 } + b ^ { 2 } \sigma _ { Y } ^ { 2 }\)
• B) \(a ^ { 2 } \sigma _ { X } ^ { 2 } + 2 a b \sigma _ { X Y } + b ^ { 2 } \sigma _ { Y } ^ { 2 }\)
• C) \(\sigma _ { X Y } + \mu _ { X } \mu _ { Y }\)
• D) \(a \sigma _ { X } ^ { 2 } + b \sigma _ { Y } ^ { 2 }\)

Identify the point where the marginal cost curve intersects the average total cost and average variable cost curves, and understand the significance of these intersections.

Apply the concept of diminishing marginal returns to analyze its impact on cost curves and decision-making in production.

Comprehend the role of fixed costs in the short-run and how they impact average costs.

Recognize the implications of producing at different output levels on profits, especially in a perfectly competitive market scenario.

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