Which of the Following Is the Critical Determinant of Market

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the critical determinant of market power?

• A) The number of producers.
• B) The size of each firm.
• C) The extent of barriers to entry.
• D) The availability of substitute goods.

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