In the Inverted-U Theory of R&D, Which of the Following

question 127

Multiple Choice

In the inverted-U theory of R&D, which of the following industry concentration ratios would be most conducive to R&D (as a percentage of firm sales) ?

• A)1 percent
• B)10 percent
• C)50 percent
• D)70 percent

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