Suppose a Monopoly Faces an Inverse Demand Curve of P

question 91

Multiple Choice

Suppose a monopoly faces an inverse demand curve of P = 100 - 2Q and has constant marginal cost of 6Q. If the government is considering legislation that would regulate price to the competitive level, what is the maximum amount the monopoly would spend on (legal) lobbying activities designed to thwart the regulation?

• A) $62.50
• B) $500
• C) $562.50
• D) None of the answers is correct.

Understand how changes in productivity affect resource demand and the factors contributing to productivity changes.

Examine the dynamics of "winner-take-all" markets and their impact on income distribution.

Investigate the future trends in employment, focusing on occupations likely to decline or grow due to technological changes and economic principles.

Understand the inverted-U theory of R&D in terms of its relationship with industry concentration.

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