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Iso-Quants in Production Functions

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What is the basic meaning of the term 'Iso-quant'?

A line that shows the relationship between different input quantities and their corresponding output values.

A curve that represents the different combinations of two inputs that yield the same level of output. (correct)

A point that represents the optimal combination of inputs to maximize output.

A table that shows different production levels corresponding to varying input quantities.

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for Iso-quant?

Supply curve (correct)

Iso-product curve

Equal product curve

Production indifference curve

According to the given table, what is the output level when 3 units of capital and 6 units of labor are used?

1000 units (correct)

500 units

1500 units

2000 units

What does the convex shape of an Iso-quant curve imply?

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What happens to the output when an Iso-quant shifts to the right?

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Iso-quant

A curve representing combinations of inputs that yield the same output.

Iso-product curve

Another name for iso-quants, illustrating equal product levels.

Properties of Iso-quants

Features that describe the behavior of iso-quants in production.

Convex to origin

Iso-quant curves are shaped to bend toward the origin of the graph.

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Combination of inputs

Different pairs of inputs (like capital and labor) leading to the same output level.

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Iso-Quants

Iso means equal, Quant means quantity. An iso-quant represents equal quantities of output.
Iso-quants are graphical depictions of production functions.
An iso-quant is a curve showing input combinations producing the same output level.
Also known as iso-product curves, equal product curves, or production indifference curves.
The table demonstrates different input combinations (capital and labor) yielding the same output (1000 units).
- Combination A: 1 unit of capital, 15 units of labor
- Combination B: 2 units of capital, 10 units of labor
- Combination C: 3 units of capital, 6 units of labor
- Combination D: 4 units of capital, 3 units of labor
Input changes illustrate trade-offs between inputs while maintaining output.
Iso-quants slope downward, convex to the origin.
The graph shows various combinations of capital and labor needed to produce 1000 units of output.
Different combinations of capital and labor produce identical output levels.
The graph's shape illustrates diminishing marginal rate of substitution.

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This quiz explores iso-quants, which illustrate equal output quantities based on varying input combinations of capital and labor. Through graphical representations, participants will learn about trade-offs and the relationships between inputs. Test your knowledge on production indifference curves and their significance in economics.