The following table depicts the cost and demand structure a natural monopoly faces. Provided that the firm operates as a monopolist, what is the price charged and quantity produced in order to maximize profits?

A) price charged of $900 and quantity produced of 1
B) price charged of $800 and quantity produced of 2
C) price charged of $700 and quantity produced of 3
D) price charged of $600 and quantity produced of 4

ANSWER:

C