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Use the information for the question(s)below. Coloma Copper Incorporated is able to produce $640 worth of copper from one ton of low-grade copper ore.Because of its higher copper content,Coloma can produce $940 worth of copper from one ton of high-grade copper ore.
-A company that manufactures copper piping is offering to trade you 5925 tons of low-grade copper ore for 4000 tons of high-grade copper ore.Assuming you currently have 4000 tons of high-grade ore,what are the total benefits and added benefits of taking the trade?

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Maximum Price

The highest price that can be charged for a good or service, often set by regulatory authorities to protect consumers.

Producer Values

The set of ethical principles and standards that guide the behavior and practices of producers or manufacturers.

Buyer Surplus

Buyer surplus is the difference between the maximum amount a consumer is willing to pay for a good or service and the actual amount paid.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount producers are willing to supply a good for and the actual amount they receive (or market price).