When a Natural Monopoly Exists, It Is

question 140

Multiple Choice

When a natural monopoly exists, it is:

• A) never more cost- effective for two or more private firms to produce the product
• B) always more cost-effective for two or more private firms to produce the product
• C) always more cost-effective for government-owned firms to produce the product
• D) never more cost-effective for one firm to produce the product

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