If in Problem 4, the Inverse Demand for Bean Sprouts

question 16

Multiple Choice

If in Problem 4, the inverse demand for bean sprouts were given by P(Y) = 430 - 2Y and the total cost of producing Y units for any firm were TC(Y) = 10Y and if the industry consisted of two Cournot duopolists, then in equilibrium each firm's production would be

• A) 52.50 units.
• B) 70 units.
• C) 105 units.
• D) 35 units.
• E) 53.75 units.

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Definitions:

Substitution Effect

The change in consumption patterns due to a change in relative prices, leading consumers to replace more expensive items with less expensive ones.

Marginal Utility Data

Information regarding the incremental benefit or satisfaction gained from consuming an additional unit of a good or service.

Utility Maximization

Utility maximization refers to the concept in economics where individuals or entities choose the allocation of resources to maximize their satisfaction or happiness.

Utility Maximization

The process by which consumers allocate their spending to maximize the total satisfaction or utility received from their available resources.