Exploring Economics
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Chapter 14, Problem 16P
To determine
(a)
To find:
The source through which the fast food restaurants can differentiate their product.
To determine
(b)
To find:
The source through which the Es shops/carts can differentiate their product.
To determine
(c)
To find:
The source through which the hairstylists can differentiate their product.
To determine
(d)
To find:
The source through which the soft drinks sellers can differentiate their product.
To determine
(e)
To find:
The source through which the wine sellers can differentiate their product.
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