Which of the Following Is True of "ON" and OFF

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of "ON" and OFF" retinal cells?

• A) ON cells decrease their firing rate to a light placed onto the center of the field.
• B) OFF cells increase their firing rate to a light placed onto the center of the field.
• C) Rod bipolar cells are of the ON type.
• D) Rod bipolar cells are of the OFF type.
• E) ON cells help to detect a dark spot against a light background.

Explain the concept of profit maximization in monopolistic settings, including operations on elastic and inelastic segments of the demand curve.

Identify the implications of costless production on profit maximization for firms.

Analyze the decisions around output level and pricing for monopolistic firms aiming for profit maximization.

Understand how a monopolist's demand curve differs in terms of elasticity from a purely competitive firm.

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