Which of the Following Statements Explains Why Monopolies Weaken the Functioning

question 189

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements explains why monopolies weaken the functioning of the invisible hand?

• A) A monopoly is a price-taker.
• B) The quantity produced by a monopoly is too low.
• C) A monopolist faces an upward-sloping demand curve.
• D) A monopolist sets the price of its good below marginal costs.

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