Suppose a Jar of DeLux Popcorn That Is Ultimately Sold

question 36

Multiple Choice

Suppose a jar of DeLux popcorn that is ultimately sold to a customer at Friendly Groceries is produced by the following production process: $$\begin{array} { l c c } \text { Name of Company } & \text { Revenues } & \text { Cost of Purchased Inputs } \\\text { Fulton Family Farm } & \$ 0.50 & 0 \\\text { DeLux Popcorn Co. } & \$ 2.50 & \$ .50 \\\text { Friendly Groceries } & \$ 4.00 & \$ 2.50\end{array}$$ What is the value added of DeLux Popcorn Co.?

• A) $0.50
• B) $1.50
• C) $2.00
• D) $2.50

Analyze the inefficiencies associated with monopolies, including lack of incentive to cut costs and innovate.

Understand the effects of monopolistic practices on market equilibrium, consumer surplus, and deadweight loss.

Identify the components and consequences of deadweight loss in monopoly pricing.

Understand the concept and implications of perfect price discrimination by monopolists.

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