In the Theory of Perfect Competition

question 173

Multiple Choice

In the theory of perfect competition,

• A)sellers of the product are not influenced by other sellers and therefore have virtually complete control over the production and pricing of their product.
• B)buyers of the product may have a preference as to whom they purchase from based on brand loyalty.
• C)buyers and sellers of the product know everything that there is to know about the product.
• D)it can be quite expensive for a firm to enter this type of market, but once the firm is established, it will be a profitable venture.

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