The Input Demand Functions That Can Be Derived from Cost

question 17

Multiple Choice

The input demand functions that can be derived from cost functions are referred to as "contingent" demand functions because the functions:

• A)assume input costs are constant.
• B)express input demand as a function of output.
• C)depend on the assumption of profit maximization.
• D)assume constant returns to scale in production.

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