Instruction
answer essay questions 1-4
1) An objective of a firm is to produce a certain level of output at a minimum cost. To analyze this, we use isoquants and isocost curves. First, reply with the definition of an isoquant and isocost curve. Next, discuss what the slope of each curve means. Analyze why the cost minimizing combination of inputs is found where the isoquant and isocost curves are tangent to one another. 150 word min., work cited
2) Competitive Markets, Monopoly, Monopolistic Competition, and Oligopoly. Provide an example of a company that represents each market type. Explain your reasons for each example as to why you think that company belongs in that particular market type. 150 word min., work cited
3) For a firm to maximize profits, they select a quantity of output where Marginal Revenue (MR) equals Marginal Cost (MC). Why is this the case? What is true at levels of output where MR>MC? What happens when a level of output where MR