The Natural Monopoly Characteristics of the Telecommunication Industry Disappeared in the Last

question 37

Multiple Choice

The natural monopoly characteristics of the telecommunication industry disappeared in the last few decades,largely because of

• A) the emergence of significant economies of scale in the industry.
• B) increased government regulation.
• C) increased foreign competition.
• D) widespread losses leaving firms financially weak.
• E) rapid changes in technology.

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