Question 1

The total fixed cost (TFC) and total cost (TC) functions of a hypothetical firm are shown in the graph below. Study it and answer the questions that follow:

(a) Determine the firm's
(i) variable cost at output levels 2, 4 and 6
(ii) average total cost at output levels 2 and 3
(iii) marginal cost at output levels 4 and 6

(b) If the price of the firm's product is $40, calculate the firm's profit or loss when the following units are sold:
(i) 2 units; (ii) 4 units

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Exam body
WAEC
Subject
Economics
Year
2015
Question no.
#1
Type
Theory

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