Question 28
The market for paper in southern region of India is characterized by the following demand and supply curves : QD=3400-20P and QS=800+20P Where QD is the quantity demanded in 100 pound lots and QS is the quantity supplied in 100 pound lots and P is the price per 100 pound lot. Currently there is no attempt to regulate the dumping of effluent into streams and rivers by paper mills. As a result, dumping is widespread. The Marginal External Cost (MEC) associated with the production of paper is given by the curve MEC= 0.05QS
Based on the above data, answer the given subquestions.
Calculate the price of paper if it is produced under competitive conditions and no attempt is made to monitor or regulate the dumping of effluent P=..............