A Barrier to Entry Prevents ________ a Monopolistic Industry

question 258

Multiple Choice

A barrier to entry prevents ________ a monopolistic industry.

• A) new firms from entering and competing in
• B) economic losses in
• C) government regulation of
• D) firms from exiting

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Definitions:

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