Consider a multi-product monopolist that produces two goods q1 = Q1 (P1, P2) Bonus question and q2 = Q2 (P1, P2) where the demand functions are defined as Q; (P1, P2) = a – i + dp; for i, j = 1,2 where ò > 0, d can be zero, positive or negative. Cost function takes the form C (q1, 92) = c (q1 + 92) – sq192 where c>0 and s > 0. %3! a. What sign does d need to have for goods to be substitutes? To be complements? Explain. b. Under what conditions are there economies of scope? Explain. c. Consider the case of linked demands d + 0 and unlinked costs s = 0. Assume c < 24 and 6² > d². Determine the optimal prices (pi, p5). Compare these prices with the ones that arise under the case of separate monopolists. Explain the intuition behind your results.

Consider a multi-product monopolist that produces two goods q1 = Q1 (P1, P2) Bonus question and q2 = Q2 (P1, P2) where the demand functions are defined as Q; (P1, P2) = a – i + dp; for i, j = 1,2 where ò > 0, d can be zero, positive or negative. Cost function takes the form C (q1, 92) = c (q1 + 92) – sq192 where c>0 and s > 0. %3! a. What sign does d need to have for goods to be substitutes? To be complements? Explain. b. Under what conditions are there economies of scope? Explain. c. Consider the case of linked demands d + 0 and unlinked costs s = 0. Assume c < 24 and 6² > d². Determine the optimal prices (pi, p5). Compare these prices with the ones that arise under the case of separate monopolists. Explain the intuition behind your results.

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