Author Question: In the long run, a competitive firm has a marginal product of labor, MPL = L-1. The output price is ... (Read 29 times)

lak

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 546
In the long run, a competitive firm has a marginal product of labor, MPL = L-1. The output price is 20 per unit and the wage is 7.25 per hour. The long-run labor demand curve for the firm is
 
  A) 20L-0.05.
  B) 7.25L-0.05.
  C) 20L-1.
  D) 7.25L-1.

Question 2

Because of market power, wages are higher under monopsony than under competitive conditions.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



Pamela.irrgang@yahoo.com

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 323
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

False. Because of market power, the monopsonist pays a lower wage than is paid in a competitive market.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Calcitonin is a naturally occurring hormone. In women who are at least 5 years beyond menopause, it slows bone loss and increases spinal bone density.

Did you know?

Computer programs are available that crosscheck a new drug's possible trade name with all other trade names currently available. These programs detect dangerous similarities between names and alert the manufacturer of the drug.

Did you know?

The first oncogene was discovered in 1970 and was termed SRC (pronounced "SARK").

Did you know?

Giardia is one of the most common intestinal parasites worldwide, and infects up to 20% of the world population, mostly in poorer countries with inadequate sanitation. Infections are most common in children, though chronic Giardia is more common in adults.

Did you know?

According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 50 million Americans have some kind of food allergy. Food allergies affect between 4 and 6% of children, and 4% of adults, according to the CDC. The most common food allergies include shellfish, peanuts, walnuts, fish, eggs, milk, and soy.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library