You are given the following cost functions: TC=100+60Q−3Q2+0.1Q3TC=100+60Q−3Q2+0.1Q3 TC=100+60Q+3Q2TC=100+60Q+3Q2 TC=100+60QTC=100+60Q b). In each case, indicate the point at which diminishing returns occur. also indicate the point of maximum cost efficiency (i.e., the point of minimum average cost). c). For each function, discuss the relationship between marginal cost and average variable cost and between marginal cost and average. Discuss the relationship between average variable cost and average cost.

You are given the following cost functions: TC=100+60Q−3Q2+0.1Q3TC=100+60Q−3Q2+0.1Q3 TC=100+60Q+3Q2TC=100+60Q+3Q2 TC=100+60QTC=100+60Q b). In each case, indicate the point at which diminishing returns occur. also indicate the point of maximum cost efficiency (i.e., the point of minimum average cost). c). For each function, discuss the relationship between marginal cost and average variable cost and between marginal cost and average. Discuss the relationship between average variable cost and average cost.

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