When a Particular Firm Is Fully Utilizing Its Capital, Its

question 17

Multiple Choice

When a particular firm is fully utilizing its capital, its output is given by Y = 10 × L0.5. The cost of labor is $1 per unit. To maximize profit, how many units of labor should this firm use?

• A) 25
• B) 5
• C) 3.16
• D) 100
• E) 50

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Definitions:

Indifference Curves

Graphical representations in microeconomics showing combinations of two goods among which a consumer is indifferent, indicating equal utility.

Consumer's Preferences

The individual tastes and preferences that dictate the choices made by consumers regarding which goods or services to purchase.

Bundle

A combination of goods or services that are purchased together.

Optimal Choice

The best possible selection among various alternatives, considering constraints and objectives, to maximize or minimize desired factors such as utility, profit, or costs.