Firms J and K produce compact-disc players and compete against one another. Each firm can develop either an economy player (E) or a deluxe player (D). According to the best available market research, the firms' resulting profits are given by the accompanying payoff table.

a. The firms make their decision independently and each is seeking its own maximum profit. Is it possible to make a confident prediction concerning their actions and the outcome? Explain. Firm K E D E Firm J 30,55 50,60 D 40, 75 25,50

b. Suppose that firm J has a lead in development and so can move first. What action should J take, and what will be K's response?

c. What will be the outcome if firm K can move first?