The profit of a firm is described by the following function: f(Q) = -4Q^3 +48Q^2 - 117Q - 100 where Q is the quantity produced a) Find the stationary points for this function b) Using the first derivative test, find for what value of Q is the profit maximised. c) Find the feasible values of Q where the graph of the profit function is concave up. Show working

The profit of a firm is described by the following function: f(Q) = -4Q^3 +48Q^2 - 117Q - 100 where Q is the quantity produced a) Find the stationary points for this function b) Using the first derivative test, find for what value of Q is the profit maximised. c) Find the feasible values of Q where the graph of the profit function is concave up. Show working

Economics:

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Author:BOYES, William

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Chapter29: Resource Markets

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Problem 3E

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