Suppose That the Perfectly Competitive Market for Granola Bars Is

question 69

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the perfectly competitive market for granola bars is made up of identical firms with long-run total cost functions given by TC(Q) =8Q³-40Q² + 200Q. Assume that these cost functions are independent of the number of firms in the market and that firms may enter or exit the market freely. Market demand is Q^D = 8,000 - 3.5P, where price is in cents. In the long-run equilibrium, there are ____ firms in the industry.

• A) 3,000
• B) 2,990
• C) 2,880
• D) 2,770

Understand the relevance of a product’s useful life and operating costs in pricing decisions.

Evaluate the differentiation value offered by a product relative to its competitors.

Apply rounding conventions appropriately in financial calculations related to pricing and costing.

Understand the concept and differences of competency-based job analyses compared to other forms of job analyses.

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Definitions:

Depreciation

Depreciation is the systematic allocation of the depreciable amount of an asset over its useful life.

Original Cost

The initial purchase price or cost of acquiring an asset, before any depreciation or amortization.

Accounting Period

A specific period of time in which financial transactions are recorded and financial statements are prepared.

Prepaid Rent Expense

An account representing rent payments made in advance for future periods, which is gradually expensed over the benefit period.