Math Problem Statement
Consider two firms with the following marginal abatement costs (MAC) as a function of emissions (E): MAC_1 = 6 - 2E_1 MAC_2 = 4 - E_2. If both firms cut their emissions to zero, total abatement costs (TAC) for the two firms is ____.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Integration
Marginal Abatement Cost
Total Abatement Cost
Formulas
TAC_1 = ∫(6 - 2E_1) dE_1
TAC_2 = ∫(4 - E_2) dE_2
TAC_total = TAC_1 + TAC_2
Theorems
Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate Level (Economics, Environmental Science, or Mathematics)
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