In Theory,placing a Price Control on a Natural Monopoly Should

question 135

Multiple Choice

In theory,placing a price control on a natural monopoly should:

• A) have the same outcome as public ownership.
• B) create negative economic profits for the company.
• C) reduce deadweight loss to zero.
• D) be easy for government to figure out because of easily accessible information.

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