The market demand curve for a pair of duopolists is given as P = 21 − 2Q, where Q = Q1 + Q2. The constant per unit marginal cost is $9 for each duopolist. Find the equilibrium price, total quantity and profit for each firm, assuming the firms act as a Stackelberg leader and follower, with firm 1 as the leader.
The market demand curve for a pair of duopolists is given as P = 21 − 2Q, where Q = Q1 + Q2. The constant per unit marginal cost is $9 for each duopolist. Find the equilibrium price, total quantity and profit for each firm, assuming the firms act as a Stackelberg leader and follower, with firm 1 as the leader.
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