When There Are Network Effects, a Reduction in the Number

question 352

Multiple Choice

When there are network effects, a reduction in the number of users will

• A) cause negative externalities.
• B) cause the price to rise.
• C) shift the demand curve to the left by a disproportionately large amount.
• D) shift the supply curve to the left by a proportionate amount.

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