In Order for a Firm to Successfully Use Tying

question 22

Multiple Choice

In order for a firm to successfully use tying:

• A) the firm must sell the base good for 50 percent more than the second good.
• B) the firm must sell the base good at a lower price than the second good.
• C) the firm must charge the same price for the base good and the second good.
• D) it must be difficult for other firms to sell the second good.

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