In an Oligopoly Market,collusion Between Firms Usually Leads to Higher

question 73

Multiple Choice

In an oligopoly market,collusion between firms usually leads to higher profits than does noncooperative behavior.However,formal,overt collusion doesn't usually occur in the United States because: I.it is illegal.
II.there is an incentive for each firm to cheat on a collusive agreement.
III.an oligopolistic firm will typically prefer lower profits for itself if the only way to make higher collective profits in the industry is to improve the profit position of its rivals.

• A)I only
• B)II only
• C)I and II
• D)II and III

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