Multiple Choice
The production function is f(x1, x2) = x1/21x1/22.If the price of factor 1 is $10 and the price of factor 2 is $15, in what proportions should the firm use factors 1 and 2 if it wants to maximize profits?
A) x1 = 1.50x2.
B) x1 = x2.
C) x1 = 15x2.
D) x1 = 0.67x2.
E) We can't tell without knowing the price of the output.
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