Due to the Network Externalities in the Game Console Market

question 318

Multiple Choice

Due to the network externalities in the game console market, we would expect this market to

• A) overproduce game consoles.
• B) be highly concentrated.
• C) be efficient.
• D) be serviced by a natural monopoly.

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