Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE About Contestable Markets

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE about contestable markets?

• A)There are significant barriers to entry.
• B)Firms earn large economic profits.
• C)Each firm faces a perfectly elastic demand.
• D)There are few firms in the industry.
• E)The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index is close to zero.

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