As you now know, we are considering entering the tomato sauce market. We have continued our research and now better understand consumer demand for our jars of sauce as: D(p) = -3p+25 We are prepared to supply: S(p) = 2p-4 In this question, assume that the equilibrium price and quantity are given by: P∗ and Q∗   What is the consumer's surplus at $4?

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As you now know, we are considering entering the tomato sauce market. We have continued our research and now better understand consumer demand for our jars of sauce as:

D(p) = -3p+25

We are prepared to supply:

S(p) = 2p-4

In this question, assume that the equilibrium price and quantity are given by: P∗ and Q∗

 

What is the consumer's surplus at $4?

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