-In the Above Figure, If the Natural Monopoly Is Regulated

question 410

Multiple Choice

-In the above figure, if the natural monopoly is regulated with an average cost pricing rule and the firm does NOT inflate its costs, then consumer surplus will be

• A) $192 million.
• B) $108 million.
• C) $216 million.
• D) $60 million.

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