Microeconomics
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ISBN: 9781260507041
Author: Colander, David
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 13, Problem 15QE
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To determine
The advice to the firm when
(b)
To determine
The advice to the firm when AVC is known.
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