1. Consider the production functions for good X and good Y: X = K? + L ; Y = 20\KL A. Show and discuss which production function(s) exhibit(s) diminishing marginal productivity of labor and capital. B. Show and discuss which production function(s) exhibit(s) diminishing MRTSLK. C. Suppose capital and labor are doubled, solve for the returns to scale of each production function, and interpret your results.

1. Consider the production functions for good X and good Y: X = K? + L ; Y = 20\KL A. Show and discuss which production function(s) exhibit(s) diminishing marginal productivity of labor and capital. B. Show and discuss which production function(s) exhibit(s) diminishing MRTSLK. C. Suppose capital and labor are doubled, solve for the returns to scale of each production function, and interpret your results.

Microeconomic Theory

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Chapter9: Production Functions

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