Problem 2 NanoTech is ready to begin production of its exciting new technology. The company is evaluating three methods of production: (A) a small...

Problem 2

NanoTech is ready to begin production of its exciting new technology. The company is evaluating three methods of production: (A) a small production facility with older equipment, (B) a larger production facility that is more automated, and (C) subcontracting to an electronics manufacturer in Singapore. The costs of each alternative are shown below.


Process

Fixed Cost

Variable Cost

$100,000

$40

$400,000

$20

$ 0

$60



  1. Draw to illustrate the total costs of the three processes.

  2. Find the two points of indifference that help select the right process;

  3. Determine for what level of demand each production process should be chosen.