Which of the Following Characteristics Is Common to Monopolistic Competition

question 241

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics is common to monopolistic competition and perfect competition?

• A)Firms produce identical products.
• B)Entry barriers into the industry are low.
• C)Each firm faces a downward-sloping demand curve.
• D)Firms take market prices as given.

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