Which of the Following Happens When New Firms Enter a Monopolistically

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following happens when new firms enter a monopolistically competitive market structure?

• A) The existing firms face higher demand.
• B) The existing firms face relatively inelastic demand curves.
• C) The existing firms earn higher profits.
• D) The existing firms earn lower profits.

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