In Monopolistic Competition, the Demand Curve for a Firm's Product

question 7

Multiple Choice

In monopolistic competition, the demand curve for a firm's product is negatively sloped because of

• A) barriers to entry.
• B) no barriers to entry.
• C) product differentiation.
• D) economies of scale.

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