Questions from Microeconomics


Q: A column in the New York Times has the headline, “

A column in the New York Times has the headline, “Should We Tax People for Being Annoying?” a. Do annoying people cause a negative externality? Should they be taxed? Do crying babies on a bus or plane...

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Q: A political commentator makes the following statement: The idea that

A political commentator makes the following statement: The idea that international trade should be based on the comparative advantage of each country is fine for rich countries like the United States...

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Q: Suppose California has many apple trees, and the price of apples

Suppose California has many apple trees, and the price of apples there is low. Nevada has few apple trees, and the price of apples there is high. Abner buys low-priced California apples and ships them...

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Q: Briefly explain whether you agree with the following observation: “Technological

Briefly explain whether you agree with the following observation: “Technological change refers only to the introduction of new products, so it is not relevant to the operations of most firms.”

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Q: Suspicions about arbitrage have a long history. For example, Valerian

Suspicions about arbitrage have a long history. For example, Valerian of Cimiez, a Catholic bishop who lived during the fifth century, wrote: “When something is bought cheaply only so it can be retail...

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Q: What is price discrimination? Under what circumstances can a firm successfully

What is price discrimination? Under what circumstances can a firm successfully practice price discrimination?

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Q: In 2015, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

In 2015, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum charged adults $25.85 for admission. Seniors (65 years and older) and military personnel were charged $20.50, and children between 9 and 12 years old...

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Q: What is yield management? Give an example of a firm using

What is yield management? Give an example of a firm using yield management to increase profits.

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Q: What is perfect price discrimination? Is it likely to ever occur

What is perfect price discrimination? Is it likely to ever occur? Is perfect price discrimination economically efficient? Briefly explain.

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Q: Many antibiotics are no longer effective in eliminating infections because bacteria have

Many antibiotics are no longer effective in eliminating infections because bacteria have evolved to become resistant to them. Some bacteria are now resistant to all but one or two existing antibiotics...

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