Once a Firm Has a Monopoly It Often Has to Worry

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Essay

Once a firm has a monopoly it often has to worry about other firms trying to get a piece of its action. Describe three things monopolists do to try to keep other firms from getting a share of their markets. Discuss how much a monopolist would spend on any of these tactics.

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Definitions:

Vacancy

An unoccupied position or job opening within an organization.

Labor Shortages

A situation where the demand for labor in a particular market or industry exceeds the supply of workers willing or available to work.

Reducing Work Hours

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Early Retirement

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