In the Absence of a Generally Accepted and Enforced System

question 229

Multiple Choice

In the absence of a generally accepted and enforced system of fair competition legislation,which of the following is likely to occur?

• A) All firms will join forces and form a cartel.
• B) A cost-efficient firm will form a natural monopoly.
• C) Consumers will likely enjoy prices that are below the cost of production.
• D) Gangster capitalism.
• E) All firms will charge the same price.

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