Table 16-3 The Information in the Table Below Shows the Total Demand

question 143

Multiple Choice

Table 16-3
The information in the table below shows the total demand for premium-channel digital cable TV subscriptions in a small urban market. Assume that each digital cable TV operator pays a fixed cost of $100,000 (per year) to provide premium digital channels in the market area and that the marginal cost of providing the premium channel service to a household is zero.

-Refer to Table 16-3.Assume that there are two profit-maximizing digital cable TV companies operating in this market.Further assume that they are able to collude on the price and quantity of premium digital channel subscriptions to sell.As part of their collusive agreement they decide to take an equal share of the market.How much profit will each company make?

• A)$40,000
• B)$170,000
• C)$480,000
• D)$540,000

Recognize the impact of social and cognitive factors on motivation.

Understand the empirical basis of motivation theories through historical and contemporary research.

Discuss the interaction between nature and nurture in shaping behavior.

Explain the mechanisms of genetic inheritance and their relevance to behavior.

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Definitions:

Interstitial Cells

Cells of the male reproductive system that secrete the androgens (such as testosterone).

Male Sex Hormones

Hormones, such as testosterone, that play pivotal roles in male development and reproductive functions.

Prostate

A gland in the male reproductive system that produces a fluid that is a component of semen, playing a role in both sexual health and fertility.

Middle Piece

A section of a sperm cell located between the head, which contains the DNA, and the tail, which facilitates movement.