Identify and State the Historical Significance of the Following

question 59

Short Answer

Identify and state the historical significance of the following:
-Human Genome Project

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Definitions:

Natural Monopoly

A market condition where a single firm can provide a good or service at a lower cost than any potential competitor, often due to economies of scale.

Economies of Scale

Economies of scale occur when increasing the production scale leads to a decrease in the long-term average costs, often due to more efficient use of inputs.

Exclusive Franchise

A legal agreement granting one party the sole right to sell or distribute a company's products or services in a particular market area.

Conglomerate Merger

involves the combination of firms that operate in unrelated business areas, aiming for diversification and reduced business risk.