There Are Externalities Associated with Entry into a Monopolistically Competitive

question 157

Multiple Choice

There are externalities associated with entry into a monopolistically competitive market.The product-variety externality arises because:

• A)new firms offer products different to the existing firms, and consumers value choice
• B)incumbent firms offer a range of differentiated products, which is valued by consumers
• C)entry increases competition and lowers prices, which benefits all consumers
• D)firms post a price above marginal cost and are eager to sell too many units

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