Because the Demand Curve for a Monopolist Is Downward-Sloping

question 46

Multiple Choice

Because the demand curve for a monopolist is downward-sloping:

• A) there is no limit on the monopolist's ability to make a profit.
• B) the monopolist can sell its product at any price it wants.
• C) the monopolist can sell as many units of its product as it wants.
• D) the monopolist is a price-taker.
• E) the monopolist has many price-output combinations.

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