Suppose That the Market in Which Bakeries Compete Is a Perfectly

question 61

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the market in which bakeries compete is a perfectly competitive market. Which one of the following reasons does not explain why it is difficult for a bakery to make an economic profit in the long run?

• A)All bakeries are price takers.
• B)All bakeries are able to set the market price.
• C)The threat of entry by potential bakeries.
• D)The demand facing each bakery is perfectly elastic.
• E)All bakeries produce identical goods.

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Definitions:

Capital Gains

The profit earned from the sale of an asset, such as stocks or real estate, which has increased in value over the holding period.

Tax Rates

The percentage at which an individual or corporation is taxed, which can vary based on income levels, jurisdictions, and the type of taxes being calculated.

Dividend Irrelevance

Dividend irrelevance theory suggests that the dividend policy a company follows has no effect on the company’s stock price or its cost of capital.

Transaction Costs

Expenses incurred when buying or selling goods and services, which can include commissions, fees, the spread between buy/sell prices, and other related costs.