Which of the Following Is an Important Side Effect of Government

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an important side effect of government licensing and other grants of monopoly power?

• A) The number of options available to consumers is increased.
• B) Competition is enhanced.
• C) Firms will produce more efficiently.
• D) Rent-seeking is encouraged.

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