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Chapter 7, Problem 3P
(a)
To determine
The number of cars to be produced to maximize the social surplus.
(b)
To determine
Firms that will enable maximization of social surplus.
(c)
To determine
Consumers that will maximize social surplus by purchasing a car.
(d)
To determine
The social surplus.
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