A Production Function Exhibits Constant Returns to Scale If a Twofold

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Essay

A production function exhibits constant returns to scale if a twofold (threefold, etc.) increase in all inputs leads to a twofold (threefold, etc.) increase in output. For example, by doubling the use of capital and labor, the firm would exactly double its output.
a. What would the average and marginal cost curves look like under constant returns to scale? Explain.
b. Give an example of a production function that exhibits constant returns to scale.

Define and calculate price elasticity of demand for various products and understand its implications.

Understand the concept of cross-price elasticity of demand and how it reflects the relationship between substitutes and complements.

Realize the significance of income elasticity of demand and how it differs in the short and long run for various goods and services.

Interpret economic figures and graphs related to supply and demand in different time frames (short run, intermediate run, long run).

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