Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes a Monopoly? a Monopoly

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best characterizes a monopoly? A monopoly:

• A)produces a product with no close substitutes.
• B)is composed of a single buyer and several sellers.
• C)is composed of a large number of small firms.
• D)is composed of a small number of large firms.

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