In Problem 2, If the Demand for Pigeon Pies Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

In Problem 2, if the demand for pigeon pies is given by p(y) = 140 - , then the level of output that will maximize Peter's profit is

• A) 56.
• B) 560.
• C) 284.
• D) 840.
• E) None of the above.

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