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Niceville, Ohio, only has two dentists, while the surrounding communities have many more on a per capita basis. The demand for dental services is such that these two dentists could agree to raise their prices (they play golf together every Saturday) and earn economic profit. Instead, they choose to price competitively and earn what other dentists earn. What might explain this?
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Adenohypophysis
The anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, responsible for secreting several key hormones that regulate growth, reproduction, and metabolism.
Anterior Lobe
The front part of an organ or gland, such as the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland, involved in hormone secretion.
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