A College Student Is Thinking About Running an Ice Cream

question 56

Multiple Choice

A college student is thinking about running an ice cream truck over the summer. What would economists say is the student's main objective?

• A)To spend as little on inputs as possible
• B)To maximize hourly earnings
• C)To sell as many ice cream cones as possible
• D)To maximize his profit

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