Suppose a Production Function for a Firm Takes the Following

question 132

Multiple Choice

Suppose a production function for a firm takes the following algebraic form: Q = (0.5) KL - 40L,where Q is the output of paintbrushes per week.Now suppose the firm is operating with 100 units of capital (K = 100) and 30 000 units of labour (L = 30 000) .What is the output of paintbrushes per week?

• A)30 000
• B)300 000
• C)1 200 000
• D)1 500 000
• E)3 000 000

Determine inventory investment given beginning and ending inventory levels.

Assess the profitability of borrowing for investment purposes based on different interest rates.

Evaluate the acceptability of an investment or borrowing opportunity under various financial conditions.

Compute gross investment based on expenditures, inventory changes, and depreciation.

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