Assume a duopoly (two firms: A and B) is facing a common demand equation but different cost equations. Q = 300-20P TCA = 300+20Q+2Q2 TCB = 250+10Q+3Q2 Show the profit maximizing quantity (Q) to each firm (A and B) and the corresponding prices (PA and PB). How would the two firms ultimately resolve price competition?
Assume a duopoly (two firms: A and B) is facing a common demand equation but different cost equations. Q = 300-20P TCA = 300+20Q+2Q2 TCB = 250+10Q+3Q2 Show the profit maximizing quantity (Q) to each firm (A and B) and the corresponding prices (PA and PB). How would the two firms ultimately resolve price competition?
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Assume a duopoly (two firms: A and B) is facing a common demand equation but different cost equations.
Q = 300-20P
TCA = 300+20Q+2Q2
TCB = 250+10Q+3Q2
- Show the profit maximizing quantity (Q) to each firm (A and B) and the corresponding prices (PA and PB).
- How would the two firms ultimately resolve price competition?
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