Calculation of Average Costs with Economies of Scope Dee's Dry

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Multiple Choice

Calculation of Average Costs with Economies of Scope Dee's Dry Cleaning is considering a merger with Larry's Laundry Supply Stores. Dee's total operating costs of producing services are $600,000 for sales volume of $4 million. Larry's total operating costs of producing services are $200,000 for a sales volume (J_P) of $1 million. Calculate the average cost of production for the Dee's and Larry's firms, respectively.

• A) 15%, 20%
• B) 20%, 15%
• C) 16%, 16%
• D) 60%, 5%

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