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This assignment explores key concepts in economics related to labor hiring and production in agricultural settings. Focusing on the Marginal Revenue Product (MRP) and Total Variable Costs (TVC), the analysis reveals that in 2004, fields 1, 2, and 3 will be planted, while in 2005, only fields 1 and 2 will be cultivated. Additionally, with a wage of $1, a firm will hire 300 hours of labor, resulting in the production of 200 units of output. The assignment includes detailed answers to specific questions from Chapters 10 and 11.
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Economics 2301Assignment 8 Tony Lima
Chapter 10, Q. 11 answer They will plant any field for which MRP > TVC. In 2004 they will plant fields1, 2, and 3. In 2005 they will plant only 1 and 2.
Chapter 11, Q. 15 answer • At w = $1 the firm will hire 300 hours of labor because MRPL > w for every level of output. • 300 hours of labor produce 200 units of output.