Which of the following is intended to improve the rate of return for inventors of new technology?

a. Tax breaks for firms that engage in R&D
b. Low rates for capital investment projects
c. Shorter periods for patent protection
d. Less government oversight in R&D projects


a. Tax breaks for firms that engage in R&D

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A) He will choose to invest in Option A. B) He will choose to invest in Option B. C) He will choose to invest in Option C. D) He will be indifferent in investing in any of the three options.

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In the above figure, if the market price rises from $100 to $125 per ton of wheat, then producer surplus

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