Figure 18-1
On the graph, L represents the quantity of labor and Q represents the quantity of output per week.
-Refer to Figure 18-1. The marginal product of the second worker is
A)90 units of output.
B)105 units of output.
C)210 units of output.
D)330 units of output.

Question

Figure 18-1
On the graph, L represents the quantity of labor and Q represents the quantity of output per week. 
-Refer to Figure 18-1. The marginal product of the second worker is
A)90 units of output. 
B)105 units of output. 
C)210 units of output. 
D)330 units of output.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The marginal product of the second worker is the additional output produced when the second worker is hired. If the first worker produces 90 units and the second worker increases total output to 180 units, the marginal product is 90 units.

Figure 18-1 on the Graph, L Represents the Quantity of Labor and Labor