(1) The revenue for a product is R(x) = -0.004x? + 21x – 6200 and the cost is C(x) = 0.02x + 38, for x units produced and sold. (a) Find the marginal profit for 2800 units. (b) Should output be increased or decreased to generate a higher profit?

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(1) The revenue for a product is R(x) = -0.004x² + 21x – 6200 and the
cost is C(x) = 0.02x + 38, for x units produced and sold.
(a) Find the marginal profit for 2800 units.
(b) Should output be increased or decreased to generate a higher profit?
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