A Market Has Three Firms, All of Which Are Suffering

question 212

Multiple Choice

A market has three firms, all of which are suffering losses. However, none of the firms leaves the market, as each firm is hoping that another will. As a result, all firms continue to suffer losses. What type of game is this?

• A) leadership
• B) tit-for-tat
• C) grim trigger
• D) chicken

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