The Herfindahl Index Solves Which Problem with the N-Firm Ratio

question 29

Multiple Choice

The Herfindahl index solves which problem with the N-Firm ratio?

• A)Inaccuracy when dealing with more than 4 firms
• B)Inability to measure concentration if market shares are split evenly
• C)Inability to measure concentration across borders
• D)Invariance with changes in the size of the largest firms
• E)High variability when firm sizes are small

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