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Assume the market for beef is described by the following demand and supply functions:
Q(p) = -6 + 6P…………………………………(1)
Q(p) = 50 – 2P^2…………………………………(2)
(a)Which of the two equations is the demand curve? How did you know?
(b)Find the equilibrium price ($) and equilibrium quantity transacted (000 lb.)in this market.
(c)Determine the price elasticity of demand at equilibrium for this product.
(d)Suppose the adoption of a new technology allows this beef producer to increase supply by 4, how will this affect current equilibrium conditions in this market?