A firm uses two inputs, labor (L) and capital (K) in the production of umbrellas. It can invest $50,000 in the purchase of the two inputs annually. The firm hires 5 units of capital at $1,000 per unit. If the going annual wage rate is $4,500, calculate the number of workers employed by the firm. (Assume that the firm spends the entire budget on K and L.)
a. 10
b. 5
c. 15
d. 9
A
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