1. Metro Airlines runs 10 flights per day at a total cost of $50,000, which includes $30,000 in fixed costs for airport fees, airplanes, and the reservation system and $20,000 invariable costs for flight crews, fuel, baggage handlers, and food service. If an 11th flight would have 25 passengers, each paying $100, would it make economic sense to offer the flight? If a 12th flight only drew 15 passengers, would it make sense to offer it? Discuss and show your math.

2. Critical Thinking: Although still not yet fully implemented Congress passed a bill creating national health care system, called the Affordable Care Act, also called Obama-care. In what ways do the principles of economics relate to this decision? Describe how each relates and what issues we must consider.