Suppose That a Highway Is Governed by a Use Fee

question 20

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a highway is governed by a use fee charged to motorists that is based on congestion,operation and maintenance.The total traffic t is used to determine the cost of 5t2 + 7t.What is the marginal cost?

• A)12
• B)5t + 7
• C)10
• D)10t + 7

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