Question 17
Theory of ProductionUse the table below to answer questions 17 and 18.
Unit of capital | Total output (kg)
1 | 16
2 | 64
3 | 126
4 | 212
5 | 425
6 | 684
The marginal product of the 5th unit of capital is
- A.42
- B.85
- C.114
- D.213
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (213)
Explanation
MP = 425 − 212 = 213 kg.