If the Demand for Pigeon Pies Is Given by P(y)=

question 10

Multiple Choice

if the demand for pigeon pies is given by p(y) = 140 - y/3, then the level of output that will maximize Peter's profit is

• A)630.
• B)214.
• C)420.
• D)42.
• E)None of the above.

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