Table 7-1 Quantity Variable Cost Total Cost 1 25 40 45 60 3 60 75 4 70 85 5 85 100 6 105 120 132 147 Reference: Table 7-1 In Table 7-1, where is the minimum of the AVC curve? O A.Q = 3 B. Q = 4 C.Q = 5 O D.Q = 6 E. None of the above.

Tesla Many analysts cite Tesla as the most innovative car company to enter the automobile industry in recent history. The company was founded in 2003 with the vision of being an independent automaker that would build affordable electric cars. Over the next 17 years, it produced five different car models and continues to introduce concepts for additional vehicles. It has also expanded into home battery and solar panel products. In the first half of 2020, 81% of electric vehicles sold were Teslas, and its affordable sedan, the Model 3, is the all-time bestselling electric vehicle ever. Tesla’s cars helped create a new market for electric vehicles. In addition, its cars have technological components that have advanced safety throughout the automobile industry. Its cars can come with self-driving capabilities and advanced safety warnings. Parts of these technologies have been adopted by other car makers. 1.Think about the automobile industry. Explain what type of market it is by answering…

Nn3    Suppose an incumbent monopoly firm currently earns a profit of $50,000 per period. A potential entrant could enter and make a profit of $15,000 per period while also lowering the incumbent’s profit to $20,000 per period. The monopoly firm could seek to engage in predatory pricing, which would lead to both firms earning a loss of $5,000 per period. (a) Is there a Nash Equilibrium in this game? If so, what is it? (b) Discuss how this game might play out in the real world?

A couples house is $192,00 and their auto is $9,500. Assume that their home is now appraised at $200,000 and the value of their automobile has dropped to $8,700. Calculate and characterize the effects of these changes on their net worth.