Many Economists Do Not Believe That Network Externalities Lock Consumers

question 117

Multiple Choice

Many economists do not believe that network externalities lock consumers into the use of products that have technology inferior to other, similar products.These economists believe that

• A)consumers are always rational.
• B)in practice, the gains from using a superior technology exceed the losses consumers incur from switching costs.
• C)there is no good evidence that switching costs exist.
• D)the government will prevent products with inferior technology from being sold to consumers.

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Definitions:

Digital Wallet

A digital system that allows individuals to make electronic transactions using a computer or smartphone, including storing various forms of currency and cards.

Public Keys

Part of a cryptographic system used in digital communication that allows users to securely exchange data over an insecure network.

Private Keys

Cryptographic keys used in public-private key encryption schemes that are kept secret and used to decrypt information or digitally sign data.

B2B Payments

Transactions between businesses for the goods or services provided, as opposed to transactions involving consumers.