In Theory, in the Long Run, Monopolistically Competitive Firms Earns

question 20

Multiple Choice

In theory, in the long run, monopolistically competitive firms earns zero profits. However, in reality there are some ways by which a firm can avoid losing profits. Which of the following is one such way?

• A) gradually increase the mark-up on the goods produced
• B) lower the price of its products to expand its market share
• C) identify new markets and develop products precisely for those markets
• D) find a market niche and keep it as narrow as possible so as to prevent other producers from entering this market segment

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Definitions:

Perpetual Inventory System

A method of inventory management where updates to inventory records are made continuously as transactions occur.

Net Price Method

An accounting method where discounts are not recorded in the accounting records; instead, purchases are recorded at the net purchase price.

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