Suppose There Are Three Power-Generating Plants, Each of Which Has

question 48

Multiple Choice

Suppose there are three power-generating plants, each of which has access to 5 different production processes. The table below summarizes the cost of each production process and the corresponding number of tons of smoke emitted each.  
Suppose the government imposes a tax of $21 on each ton of smoke emitted. To minimize costs, Firm X will emit ________ tons; Firm Y will emit ________ tons, and Firm Z will emit ________ tons.

• A)1; 2; 3
• B)2; 3; 4
• C)3; 4; 4
• D)1; 2; 4

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Definitions:

Contractual Obligations

The specific duties, actions, or tasks that parties must perform as outlined in a contract.

Disaffirm

the legal right, often associated with minors, to renounce or void a contract or agreement, under certain conditions, to protect from exploitation or unfair terms.

Reasonable Value

The fair or moderate worth of goods, services, or property in usual market conditions.

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