Assignment:
Problem 1
Widget Market
The widget market is competitive and includes no transaction costs. Five suppliers are willing to sell one widget at the following prices: $30, $29, $20, $16, and $12. Five buyers are willing to buy one widget at the following prices:
$10, $12, $20, $24, and $29. What is the equilibrium price and quantity in a competitive market?
Problem 2
Entry and Elasticity
Suppose that new entry decreased your demand elasticity from 2 to 3 (made demand more elastic). By how much should you adjust your price of $10?
Problem 3
Five Forces and the Airline Industry
Examine the U.S. passenger airline industry using the Five Forces model. Is this an attractive industry? Why or why not?