Exhibit 9-4 Two-Firm Payoff Matrix

question 27

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 9-4 Two-Firm Payoff Matrix

-Suppose costs are identical for the two firms in Exhibit 9-4.If both firms assume the other will compete and charge a lower price,equilibrium will be established by:

• A) Beta Co. charging $1,000 and Alpha Co. charging $1,000.
• B) Beta Co. charging $1,000 and Alpha Co. charging $500.
• C) Beta Co. charging $500 and Alpha Co. charging $500.
• D) Beta Co. charging $500 and Alpha Co. charging $1,000.

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