1. **State the problem:** We are given a function $f(p)$ representing the number of shoes sold at price $p$. We know $f(120) = 9000$ and $f'(120) = -60$. The revenue function is $R(p) = p \cdot f(p)$. We need to find $R'(120)$ and interpret the effect of a small price increase on revenue.
2. **Formula used:** Revenue is the product of price and quantity sold: $$R(p) = p \cdot f(p)$$
To find the rate of change of revenue with respect to price, use the product rule:
$$R'(p) = f(p) + p \cdot f'(p)$$
3. **Calculate $R'(120)$:**
Substitute $p=120$, $f(120)=9000$, and $f'(120)=-60$:
$$R'(120) = 9000 + 120 \cdot (-60)$$
4. **Simplify:**
$$R'(120) = 9000 - 7200$$
$$R'(120) = 1800$$
5. **Interpretation:**
Since $R'(120) = 1800 > 0$, a small increase in price near $120$ will increase the manufacturer's revenue.
**Final answer:**
$$\boxed{R'(120) = 1800}$$
A small price increase will increase revenue.
Revenue Derivative Fd3A88
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