To solve this problem, let’s break down each component step-by-step to find the optimal use of labor $L$ and capital $K$ to maximize the weekly profit.

Problem Breakdown

1. Available Resources and Costs:

   • 160 hours of labor are available weekly at $15 per hour.
   • Additional labor costs $25 per hour if more than 160 hours are required.
   • Capital is available at $45 per unit with no quantity limitation.

2. Production Function:

   • The production function for the number of machines produced is given by: $Q = L^{1/2} K^{1/3}$
   • Here, $L$ represents the labor hours and $K$ represents the units of capital.

3. Revenue:

   • Each machine sells for $270.
   • Therefore, the revenue from producing $Q$ machines is: $R = 270 \times Q = 270 \times L^{1/2} K^{1/3}$

4. Cost Function:

   • The cost of using labor (up to 160 hours) is $15L$ if $L \leq 160$.
   • If $L > 160$, the cost for the first 160 hours is $15 \times 160$, and additional labor hours cost $25 per hour.
   • The cost of capital is $45K$.

5. Profit Function:

   • Profit, $\Pi$, is given by: $\Pi = \text{Revenue} - \text{Cost}$
   • Therefore: $\Pi = 270 L^{1/2} K^{1/3} - \text{Labor Cost} - 45K$

6. Objective:

   • Maximize $\Pi$ with respect to $L$ and $K$.

Steps to Solve

To solve this optimization problem, we can use methods from calculus, specifically partial derivatives and setting up a Lagrange multiplier if there’s a budget constraint. Here’s the step-by-step approach:

1. Express Labor Cost Function:

   • For simplicity, we will handle two cases:
     • Case 1: $L \leq 160$, so labor cost $C_L = 15L$.
     • Case 2: $L > 160$, then $C_L = 15 \times 160 + 25 \times (L - 160)$.

2. Write Down the Profit Function for Each Case.

3. Find the Partial Derivatives:

   • Take partial derivatives of $\Pi$ with respect to $L$ and $K$ and set them to zero to find the critical points.

4. Analyze Solutions:

   • Calculate profit for each case and determine which values of $L$ and $K$ maximize $\Pi$.

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