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Transcribed Image Text:Diane is remodeling an apartment that she will rent out to a college student. The renovation is estimated to cost $7, 560. If Diane
decides to install decorative crown molding in the apartment, the renovation is estimated to cost $8, 310.
Assuming Diane chooses to install the crown molding, what is the marginal cost of this choice?
$8, 310
O $750
O $15, 870
O $7, 560
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