A firm uses inputs L and K to produce output Q and the production function is Q = 5LK. The firm is currently using inputs L = 6 and K = 8. If the firm reduces its capital purchase to only 2 units, how much additional K must it purchase to keep output constant? Group of answer choices 12 14 16 18

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