Suppose Pigs (P)can Be Fed Corn-Based Feed (C)or Soybean-Based Feed

question 18

Multiple Choice

Suppose pigs (P) can be fed corn-based feed (C) or soybean-based feed (S) such that the production function is P = 2C + 5S.If the price of corn feed is $2 and the price of soybean feed is $5,what is the cost minimizing combination of producing P = 100?

• A) C = 50
• B) S = 20
• C) C = 25, S = 10
• D) All points on the P = 100 isoquant, including those listed in a-c would cost the same.

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