Question

The cost function for Acme Laundry is ​C(q)equals50plus40qplusnothingq squared​, where q is tons of laundry cleaned. What q should the firm choose so as to maximize its profit if the market price is​ p? The output level at which the​ firm's profit is maximized as a function of p is qequals nothing. ​(Properly format

Answer 1

20

Step-by-step explanation:

Given C(q) = 50 + 40q + q^2

Obtaining the derivative of the equation and equating it to zero, we have:

40 + 2q = 0

q = 40/2

q = 20

Therefore, the firm choose q at 20 so as to maximize its profit at the market price of​ p.