The Diagram Shows the Extensive Form Version of a Strategic

question 70

Multiple Choice

The diagram shows the extensive form version of a strategic game between the two nationally dominant coffee sellers, Corporate Coffee and Jumbo Java, both of whom are considering opening coffee shops in a new town. The payoffs represent, in thousands per month, the profit (or loss) the firm will realize from its decision. Which of the following statements is true about this game?

• A)There is no Nash equilibrium for this game.
• B)Corporate Coffee's entry into the market is preempted by Jumbo Java's decision.
• C)Jumbo Java's entry into the market is preempted by Corporate Coffee's decision.
• D)The players move simultaneously in this game.

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