If Regulators Force a Natural Monopoly to Price as a Perfectly

question 134

Multiple Choice

If regulators force a natural monopoly to price as a perfectly competitive firm would, the natural monopolist

• A) will earn higher economic profits.
• B) will earn an economic loss.
• C) will expand its output.
• D) will experience a rise in long-term average costs.

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