Figure 21-16 -Refer to Figure 21-16.When the Price of X Is $40,the

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-Refer to Figure 21-16.When the price of X is $40,the price of Y is $40,and income is $160,Steve's optimal choice is point B.Then Steve's income increases to $320,and his optimal choice is point E.For Steve,

• A) good X is a normal good, and good Y is an inferior good.
• B) good X is an inferior good, and good Y is a normal good.
• C) both good X and good Y are normal goods.
• D) good Y is a normal good; good X is neither a normal nor an inferior good.

Describe how total, average, and marginal costs relate to profit maximization in the short run.

Distinguish between economic profits, normal profits, and losses in the context of pure competition.

Understand the significance of average variable cost (AVC), average total cost (ATC), and marginal cost (MC) in determining production and shutdown points.

Understand the common features of health care systems globally and the unique challenges faced by the U.S. health care system.

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