Which of the Following Accurately Describes a Major Difference Between

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes a major difference between a monopolist and firms in competitive price-searcher markets?

• A) A monopolist will maximize profit, while firms in competitive price-searcher markets will maximize sales.
• B) A monopolist may be able to earn long-run economic profit, but firms in competitive price-searcher markets will not be able to do so.
• C) A monopolist will charge a price that is greater than its marginal cost, but competitive price searchers will charge prices that are just equal to their marginal cost.
• D) A monopolist will charge a price that is just equal to its marginal cost, but competitive price searchers will charge prices that are greater than their marginal cost.

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