Two former Northwestern University students worked in an investment bank at a salary of $60,000 each for
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Two former Northwestern University students worked in an investment bank at a salary of $60,000 each for 2 years after they graduated. Together they saved $50,000. After 2 years, they decided to quit their jobs and start a business designing Web sites. They used the $50,000 to buy computer equipment, desks, and chairs. For the next 2 years, they took in $40,000 in revenue each year, paid themselves $10,000 annually each, and rented an office for $18,000 per year. Prior to the investment, their $50,000 was in bonds earning interest at a rate of 10 percent. Are they now earning economic profits? Explain your answer.
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Principles Of Economics
ISBN: 9780593183540
10th Edition
Authors: Case, Karl E.;Oster, Sharon M.;Fair, Ray C
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