In Markets Characterized by Oligopoly

question 50

Multiple Choice

In markets characterized by oligopoly,

• A) the oligopolists earn the highest profit when they cooperate and behave like a monopolist.
• B) collusive agreements will always prevail.
• C) collective profits are always lower with cartel arrangements than they are without cartel arrangements.
• D) pursuit of self-interest by profit-maximizing firms always maximizes collective profits in the market.

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