A monopolist faces demand PA = 190 10QA in market A and PB = 500- 10QB in market B. Marginal cost is constant at $5 per unit. If the monopolist is unable to price discriminate, what is the profit maximizing price to charge for the combined markets?

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A monopolist faces demand PA 190 - 10QA in market A and PB = 500 - 10QB in market B. Marginal cost is constant at $5 per unit. If the monopolist is unable to price
discriminate, what is the profit maximizing price to charge for the combined markets?
Transcribed Image Text:A monopolist faces demand PA 190 - 10QA in market A and PB = 500 - 10QB in market B. Marginal cost is constant at $5 per unit. If the monopolist is unable to price discriminate, what is the profit maximizing price to charge for the combined markets?
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