Assume MUX = 30 utils, MUY = 15 utils, PX = $2, and PY = $0.50 . This consumer:

a. should buy less of X and less of Y.
b. is in equilibrium.
c. should buy more of X and less of Y.
d. should buy less of X and more of Y.
e. should buy more of X and more of Y.


d

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In a call center, which of the following situations can be considered as a variable input in the short run?

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C) the number of call center managers or supervisors
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