If a Monopolist Faces an Inverse Demand Curve, P(y) =

question 13

Multiple Choice

If a monopolist faces an inverse demand curve, p(y) = 100 - 2y and has constant marginal costs of $16 and zero fixed costs and if this monopolist is able to practice perfect price discrimination, its total profits will be

• A) $21.
• B) $1,764.
• C) $2,646.
• D) $882.
• E) $441.

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Definitions:

Constant Marginal

Pertains to a situation where the additional cost or benefit of producing one more unit of a good or service remains unchanged.

Average Cost

The sum of all production expenses divided by the amount of product made.

Marginal Revenue

The surplus revenue collected from the sale of an extra unit of a good or service.

Demand Schedule

A table that lists the quantity of a good that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices over a specified period of time.