The Following Statements Describe a Cooperative Equilibrium in an Oligopoly

question 43

Multiple Choice

The following statements describe a cooperative equilibrium in an oligopoly where the firms are jointly maximizing profits by restricting output. Which statement is false?

• A) P > MC for each individual firm.
• B) An individual firm could increase profits by cheating.
• C) No individual firm will have an incentive to change output.
• D) MR > MC for each individual firm.
• E) The firms in the industry will jointly be earning monopoly profits.

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