If an Oligopolist Is Part of a Cartel That Is

question 38

Multiple Choice

If an oligopolist is part of a cartel that is collectively producing at the monopoly level of output, then the oligopolist, being self-interested, will:

• A)lower production and drive up prices
• B)increase production and push prices down
• C)do nothing, thus allowing the cartel to realise monopoly profits
• D)do none of the above

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