Once a Cartel Determines the Profit-Maximizing Price

question 52

Multiple Choice

Once a cartel determines the profit-maximizing price

• A) each firm faces the temptation to cheat by raising its price.
• B) each firm faces the temptation to cheat by lowering its price.
• C) changes in the output of any member firm will not affect the market price.
• D) entry into the industry by rival firms will not affect the profit of the cartel.

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