Which of the Following Barriers to Entry Were Created by the ATM

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following barriers to entry were created by the ATM network?

• A) Incentives are low for existing network owners to negotiate easy access to the system for new entrants since these are typically direct competitors.
• B) High entry cost.
• C) Negotiations might result in uncompetitive terms and conditions for new entrants.
• D) All of the above.

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