ES2550: Week 9 Monopolistic Competition
ES2550: Week 9 Monopolistic Competition
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Consider the following graph of a monopolistically competitive firm selling DVDs.
a. How many DVDs should be sold to rent per day to maximize profit? Briefly explain your
answer.
b. What is the economic profit for this firm operating where economic profit is maximized?
c. Will this firm likely continue operating in the long run? Briefly explain your answer.
d. Explain the impact on this firm of other firms leaving the market. Would this action alter
your decision made in part C?
Submission Requirements:
Attach a Word document of 150 to 250 words that contains all answers.
Format: Double line space, Times New Roman, 12-point font
Formulas and calculations must be shown along with the final correct answer.