This graph shows the cost and revenue curves faced by a monopoly. According to the graph shown, the profit being earned by this monopolist is:

A. (P3 - P0)/Q1
B. (P3 - P0) ×Q1
C. (P1 - P0) × Q1
D. (P3 - P1) × Q1


Answer: B

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