year to rent the location and buy the merchandise. In addition, he would have to quit his $63000 per year day job. Tim estimates he can sell $315600 worth of garments in a year. a. What will be the accounting profit and economic profit for Tim? b. If you are an economist, should you suggest opening the store? Why?

year to rent the location and buy the merchandise. In addition, he would have to quit his $63000 per year day job. Tim estimates he can sell $315600 worth of garments in a year. a. What will be the accounting profit and economic profit for Tim? b. If you are an economist, should you suggest opening the store? Why?

Economics:

10th Edition

ISBN:9781285859460

Author:BOYES, William

Publisher:BOYES, William

Chapter22: Supply: The Costs Of Doing Business

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 14E

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