Consider a Stackelberg Duopoly with the Following Inverse Demand Function

question 45

Multiple Choice

Consider a Stackelberg duopoly with the following inverse demand function: P = 100 - 2Q₁ - 2Q₂.The firms' marginal cost are identical and given by MC_i(Q_i) = 2Q_i.Based on this information the consumer surplus in this market is

• A)$36.75.
• B)$73.50.
• C)$1,352.40.
• D)$2,704.80.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Price

Equilibrium price is the price at which the quantity of a good demanded by consumers equals the quantity supplied by producers, leading to market stability.

Consumer Surplus

The difference in the total expected payment consumers are ready to make for a good or service and their actual expenditures.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the actual amount received by sellers for a product and the least amount they would be willing to accept, representing the net benefit to producers.

Excess Supply

Occurs when the quantity of a good or service supplied is greater than the quantity demanded, often leading to a decrease in price.