In Problem 6, the Demand Function for Schrecklichs Is 200

question 8

Multiple Choice

In Problem 6, the demand function for Schrecklichs is 200 - 4P_S - 2P_L and the demand function for LaMerdes is 200 - 3P_L - P_S, where P_S and P_L are respectively the price of Schrecklichs and LaMerdes. If the world supply of Schrecklichs is 110 and the world supply of LaMerdes is 110, then the equilibrium price of Schrecklichs is

• A) $27.
• B) $22.50.
• C) $9.
• D) $36.
• E) $18.

Understand the concept of product-variety and business-stealing externalities in monopolistic competition.

Recognize the characteristics of long-run equilibrium in monopolistically competitive markets, including price, average total cost, and marginal cost relations.

Identify conditions of efficient scale operation and excess capacity in firms.

Analyze the impact of advertising on market efficiency, consumers' tastes, and competition.

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