Suppose the joint cost function of a firm producing two products X and Y is given by C = 250X2 + 120Y2. Assuming that output of the two products is restricted at 1480. Using Lagrangian multiplier technique find the amounts of X and Y that will minimize cost and compute this cost. Also examine the cost implications of changing this optimal combination so as to produce equal amounts of both products

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