Which of the Following Is True for a Monopolist

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true for a monopolist?

• A)Being the only seller in the market, the monopolist faces a perfectly inelastic demand curve.
• B)Being the only seller in the market, the monopolist faces a perfectly elastic demand curve.
• C)Being the only seller in the market, the monopolist faces the market demand curve.
• D)Being the only seller in the market, the monopolist faces a downward-sloping demand curve that lies below the marginal revenue curve.

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Definitions:

Anticipates

The action of foreseeing or preparing for future events or needs.

Marginal Cost

The cost incurred by producing one additional unit of a product or service, crucial for decision-making in production and pricing strategies.

Marginal Benefit

The additional satisfaction or value obtained from acquiring one more unit of a product or service.

Expected Total Return

The sum of all anticipated earnings from an investment, including capital gains, interest, and dividends, over a specified period, reflecting its potential profitability.