The Figure Given Below Shows the Demand Curves of Two

question 86

Multiple Choice

The figure given below shows the demand curves of two classes of buyers for tickets to a football match. Figure 10.4
D₁: Demand curve of group 1
D₂: Demand curve of group 2
MR₁: Marginal revenue of group 1
MR₂: Marginal revenue of group 2
MC: Marginal cost
-Refer to Figure 10.4.What price must be charged to both the groups to maximize profits?

• A)P₁
• B)P₂
• C)Group 1 must be charged P₁ and group 2 must be charged P₂.
• D)Group 1 must be charged P₂ and group 2 must be charged P₁.
• E)Both the groups must be charged a price that is equal to the marginal cost.

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Definitions:

Unregulated Monopoly

A market condition where a single company or entity exclusively controls a particular industry or service without any governmental restrictions or oversight.

Pure Competition

A market structure characterized by a large number of small firms producing an identical product in an industry (market area) that permits complete freedom of entry and exit. Also called price-taker markets.

Efficient Allocation

The process of distributing resources in a way that maximizes the net benefit received from their use.

Monopoly Power

The ability of a company or group to control the market for its product or service, thus limiting competition.