The Demand Function for a Product Is and the Supply

question 15

Multiple Choice

The demand function for a product is and the supply function is , where p is the number of dollars and x is the number of units. Find the consumer's surplus there. Round to the nearest cent. ​

• A) $373.85
• B) $486.00
• C) $583.20​
• D) $1020.60
• E) $583.20

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