Computing mc and mr for given functions

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Employ the following equation to demonstrate why the firm producing at the output level where MR=MC will also be able to maximize its total profit (i.e. be at the point where marginal profit is equal to zero).

P=170-5Q
TC=40+50Q+5Q^2

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