When Firms Compete with Each Other Rather Than Cooperate

question 222

Multiple Choice

When firms compete with each other rather than cooperate

• A) consumers will end up better off.
• B) the firms will end up better off.
• C) prices will be higher.
• D) output will be lower.

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