Problem
Suppose that in the repeated Bertrand model of Section 19.5, Joe and Rebecca take only a week instead of a month to observe and respond to each other's prices. Derive the largest weekly interest rate for which the two producers have an incentive to follow this strategy: Charge the monopoly price of $70 if no one has yet undercut that price; otherwise, charge $40 (equal to marginal cost). What is the largest weekly interest rate when price changes take a month?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.