Given the following cost functions: TC=100+60Q-3Q2+0.1Q3 TC=100+ 60Q+3Q2 TC=100 + 60Q In each case, indicate the point at which diminishing returns occurs. Also, indicate the point of maximum cost efficiency (i.e., the point of minimum average cost).

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Given the following cost functions:

TC=100+60Q-3Q2+0.1Q3

TC=100+ 60Q+3Q2

TC=100 + 60Q

  1. In each case, indicate the point at which diminishing returns occurs. Also, indicate the point of maximum cost efficiency (i.e., the point of minimum average cost).
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