EBK INTERMEDIATE MICROECONOMICS AND ITS
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Chapter 8, Problem 8.3P
A
To determine
Demonstrate that the horizontal intercept of the marginal revenue curve is precisely half of the value of the horizontal intercept of the
B
To determine
Explain with reasons as to the intercept shown in part A, showing the quantity where the total revenue is maximized that is available on the demand curve.
C
To determine
State the reasons for the price elasticity of demand being -1, at the current level of output.
D
To determine
Comment on the conclusions derived from parts A to C, using the curve form q=96-2P.
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EBK INTERMEDIATE MICROECONOMICS AND ITS
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