Suppose That the Demand Curve for Mineral Water Is Given

question 12

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the demand curve for mineral water is given by p = 70 - 12q, where p is the price per bottle paid by consumers and q is the number of bottles purchased by consumers.Mineral water is supplied to consumers by a monopolistic distributor who buys from a monopolistic producer, who is able to produce mineral water at zero cost.The producer charges the distributor a price of c per bottle.Given his marginal cost of c per unit, the distributor chooses an output to maximize his own profits.Knowing that this is what the distributor will do, the producer sets his price c so as to maximize his revenue.The price paid by consumers under this arrangement is

• A)$17.50.
• B)$35.
• C)$5.83.
• D)$52.50.
• E)$2.92

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Carrying Value

The book value of assets and liabilities as represented on the balance sheet, considering factors like depreciation or amortization.

Recoverable Amount

The recoverable amount is the greater value between an asset's net selling price and its value in use, indicating the potential value that can be recovered from an asset over time.

Impairment Loss

A reduction in the recoverable amount of a fixed asset or goodwill below its book value, recognized as an expense in the income statement.

Profit Margin

The percentage of revenue that remains after all operating expenses, taxes, and costs have been deducted from total sales.