1.2 After working for 25 years as personal fitness trainers while raising their kids, three sisters cashed...

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1.2 After working for 25 years as personal fitness trainers while raising their kids, three sisters cashed in a total of $120,000 in bonds and decided to open a small, neighborhood fitness center. They spent the $120,000 on exercise equipment, advertising, computer equipment, and other furnishings for the business. For the next 3 years, they took in $150,000 in revenue each year, paid themselves $35,000 annually each, and rented a space in a strip mall for $36,000 per year. Before the investment, their $120,000 in bonds were earning interest at a rate of 8 percent. Are they now earning economic profits? Explain your answer.

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Principles Of Microeconomics

ISBN: 9780691150093

13th Global Edition

Authors: Karl E. Case, Ray C. Fair, Sharon E. Oster

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