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Evaluating a Manager's Production Choice
Assume the current wage for a worker is £4 and the price of coal is £6 per ton. From a purely cost-minimization perspective, evaluate the manager's decision described in the case study below. Is the chosen technology the most cost-effective option under these specific price conditions? Justify your answer with calculations.
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