Problem Set C (1) The revenue for a product is R(x) = -0.004x² + 21x – 6200 and the cost is C(x) = 0.02x + 38, for x units produced and sold. (a) Find the marginal profit for 2800 units. (b) Should output be increased or decreased to generate a higher profit? 1-x 0

Problem Set C (1) The revenue for a product is R(x) = -0.004x² + 21x – 6200 and the cost is C(x) = 0.02x + 38, for x units produced and sold. (a) Find the marginal profit for 2800 units. (b) Should output be increased or decreased to generate a higher profit? 1-x 0

College Algebra

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Author:Jay Abramson

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Chapter3: Functions

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