The Situation in Which a Firm Is Able to Charge

question 51

Multiple Choice

The situation in which a firm is able to charge the maximum price consumers are willing to pay for each unit of output the firm sells is referred to as:

• A)first-degree price discrimination.
• B)second-degree price discrimination.
• C)third-degree price discrimination.
• D)fourth-degree price discrimination.

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Definitions:

Implicit Collusion

An understanding or arrangement among competitors where they cooperate indirectly by making similar business decisions without explicit agreement.

Cartel Activities

Actions taken by a group of independent market participants who collude to raise prices, limit supply, or control markets in some other way.

Sherman Act

A landmark federal statute in the field of United States antitrust law passed in 1890 that prohibits monopolistic practices and promotes competition.

Antitrust Laws

Legislation intended to promote competition and prevent monopolies and unfair business practices.