Early Personal Computers Cost Several Thousand Dollars, Allowing Competitors

question 133

Multiple Choice

Early personal computers cost several thousand dollars, allowing competitors

• A) to focus on creating demand for their brand.
• B) to promote alternative brands in that product category.
• C) to spend less on introductory advertising.
• D) to focus on making improved versions.
• E) to introduce lower-priced alternatives.

Recognize the efficiency outcomes of competitive markets.

Understand public goods and their characteristics.

Identify the role of government in market economies.

Analyze supply-side and demand-side market failures.

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