Figure 8.1 depicts the supply and demand schedules of calculators for Greece, a "small" country that is unable to affect the world price. Greece's supply and demand schedules of calculators are respectively depicted by SG and DG. Assume that Greece imports calculators from either Germany or France. Suppose Germany is the world's low-cost producer who can supply calculators to Greece at $20 per unit, while France can supply calculators at $30 per unit.
Figure 8.1. Effects of a Customs Union
-According to Figure 8.1, the formation of a Greece/Germany customs union would result in
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Monopolistic Competition
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A market structure in which many companies sell products that are similar but not identical, allowing for competition based on quality, price, and marketing.
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A state of the economy where resources are distributed according to consumer preferences in a way that maximizes overall welfare.
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