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Chapter 14, Problem 16QE
a)
To determine
The constraints faced by Econocompany for selling its products at marginal cost.
b)
To determine
The price charged by the monopolist, if it is unregulated.
c)
To determine
The normal price can be charged by the monopolist.
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