The Idea That Monopolies Do Not Have to Act Efficiently

question 124

Multiple Choice

The idea that monopolies do not have to act efficiently because they are protected from competition is known as

• A) cost containment.
• B) market power.
• C) x-inefficiency.
• D) rent seeking.

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