Answer the Question on the Basis of the Demand and Cost

question 9

Multiple Choice

Answer the question on the basis of the demand and cost data for a pure monopolist. The profit-maximizing price for the monopolist will be

• A)$2.50.
• B)$2.00.
• C)$2.25.
• D)$1.75.

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