Determine Whether $\mathbf { F } ( x , y , z ) = \left\langle \frac { z } { x - y } , \frac { z } { y - x } , \ln ( x - y ) \right\rangle$

question 164

Essay

Determine whether $\mathbf { F } ( x , y , z ) = \left\langle \frac { z } { x - y } , \frac { z } { y - x } , \ln ( x - y ) \right\rangle$ is conservative and if so, find a potential function.

Understand the impact of changes in variable costs on monopolist’s pricing and output decisions.

Understand the conditions under which a firm earns economic profits.

Differentiate between the characteristics and operating conditions of pure monopolies versus competitive markets.

Analyze the decision-making process of firms regarding whether to continue operation or shut down in the short run.

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