A Firm That Is a Natural Monopoly Will

question 259

Multiple Choice

A firm that is a natural monopoly will:

• A) attempt to break even, not profit-maximize.
• B) maximize profit by producing where MR = MC.
• C) face increasing costs of production.
• D) face greater market instability than a regular monopoly.

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