A Competitive Firm Produces Output Using Three Fixed Factors and One

question 53

Multiple Choice

A competitive firm produces output using three fixed factors and one variable factor.The firm's short-run production function is q = 154x - 5x², where x is the amount of variable factor used.The price of the output is $2 per unit and the price of the variable factor is $8 per unit.In the short run, how many units of x should the firm use?

• A)15
• B)30
• C)17
• D)7
• E)None of the above.

Understand the duties and failures of directors and officers in corporate governance.

Comprehend the rights of corporations under the United States Constitution's Bill of Rights.

Recognize the requirements and qualifications for being a corporate director.

Analyze scenarios involving corporate decision-making and liability issues.

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