Managerial Economics: A Problem Solving Approach
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Author: Luke M. Froeb, Brian T. McCann, Michael R. Ward, Mike Shor
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Chapter 7, Problem 1MC
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Economies of scope.
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The cost of producing these two goods together is less than the total cost incurred for producing these two goods separately. Thus, option ‘c’ is correct.
Economics Concept Introduction
Economies of scope: Economies of scope refers to a situation where the total cost of production decreases if two or more number of goods are produced together rather than being produced separately.
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