New Car Owners Were Asked to Evaluate Their Experiences in Buying

question 86

Multiple Choice

New car owners were asked to evaluate their experiences in buying a new car during the past 12 months. In the survey, the owners indicated they were most satisfied with their experiences at the following three dealers (in no particular order) : Subaru, Honda, and Buick. When ranking the dealers, how many outcomes are possible?

• A) 6
• B) 9
• C) 8
• D) 10
• E) 12

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Definitions:

Perfect Competition

A market structure characterized by a large number of small firms, homogeneous products, and free entry and exit, leading to price-taking behavior.

Standardized Product

Output of different producers regarded by consumers as the same good; also referred to as a commodity.

Easy Entry And Exit

Characteristics of a market where companies can freely enter or leave without significant barriers or costs.

Patented Prescription Drug

A medication that is protected by a patent, giving its manufacturer the exclusive right to produce and sell the drug for a certain period.