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The Pipeline Mode of Transportation Has a Small Number of Very

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The pipeline mode of transportation has a small number of very large carriers. What are the reasons for this small number of carriers?


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Total Fixed Cost

The sum of all costs that do not change with the level of output or activity.

Total Variable Cost

Total Variable Cost is the sum of all costs that vary directly with the level of production, such as materials and labor costs.

Purely Competitive Firm

A firm operating in a market where there are many sellers and buyers, products are identical, and there are no barriers to entry, leading to zero long-term economic profits.

Profit

The financial gain made in a transaction or operation, calculated as the difference between revenue and expenses.

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