Which of the following will cause no change in producer surplus? a) imposition of a non binding price ceiling in the market. b) buyers expect the price of goods to be higher next month. c) price of substitute inceases. d) income increases and buyers consider the goods to be inferior.

Google started as one of many internet search engines, amazon started as an online book seller, and ebay began as a site where people could sell used personal items in auctions. these firms have grown to be so large and dominant that they are facing antitrust scrutiny from competition regulators in the us and elsewhere. did these online giants grow by fairly beating competition, or did they use unfair advantages? are there any clouds on the horizon for these firms -- could they face diseconomies of scale or diseconomies of scope as they continue to grow? if so, what factors may limit their continued growth?

20. to add body to a hearty broth, you may use a. onions. b. pasta. c. cheese. d. water.

Describe a real or made-up but possible example of a situation where an employee faces a conflict of interest. explain at least two things the company could do to make sure the employee won't be tempted into unethical behavior by that conflict of interest. (3.0 points)