If a Monopolist Faces an Inverse Demand Curve, P(y)= 100

question 19

Multiple Choice

If a monopolist faces an inverse demand curve, p(y) = 100 - 2y and has constant marginal costs of $32 and zero fixed costs and if this monopolist is able to practice perfect price discrimination, its total profits will be

• A)$1,156.
• B)$17.
• C)$578.
• D)$1,734.
• E)$289.

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