Problem:
Investigate how a firm determines the optimal scale of the plant for a given rate of output and why this determination communicates to longer-run strategies versus current operations. Also, describe the differentiations between economies of scale and economies of the scope and how firms can benefit from each.
Then, offer a specific company illustration of economics of scale or economics of scope and how it influences production and cost or how technology affects the inputs and costs. Conduct research and use particular examples.