When Bargaining Is Moving Smoothly, Toughness Is Counterproductive

question 35

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When bargaining is moving smoothly, toughness is counterproductive. Excessive toughness in bargaining could be a particularly bad strategy in buyer-seller interactions where future interactions were expected. If one party always chose a very tough stance, the other party will develop a similar approach to the bargaining interaction. This could result in lower transaction costs, good future agreements, and, where possible, continuance of the bargaining opponent.

Describe the conditions that determine a firm's short-run supply curve.

Understand the role of average and marginal costs in determining production levels and profitability.

Analyze the effects of market entry and exit on industry supply conditions.

Apply concepts of average variable cost, average total cost, and marginal cost in decision-making processes.

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