Question

A market has four individuals, each considering buying a grill. Assume that grills come in only one size and model. Martina considers herself a grill-master, and finds a grill a necessity, so she is willing to pay $400 for a grill. Javier is a meat-lover, honing his grilling skills, and is willing to pay $350 for a grill. Kamal wants to impress his friends with his vegetable grilling skills and is willing to pay $320 for a grill. Lina loves grilled shrimp and thinks it might be cheaper in the long run if she grills her own shrimp instead of eating out at a restaurant, so she is willing to pay $200 for a grill. If the market price of grills is $300, who will participate in the market?

Answer 1

Answer:

Martina

Javier :

Kama

Explanation:

The people that would participate in the market are those whose willingness to pay is higher than the market price for the grill.

The willingness to pay is the highest amount a person would be willing to pay for a good

Martina : $400 > $300  would participate

Javier : $350 > $300 would participate

Kama : $320 > $300 would participate

Lina : $200 < $300 would not participate