The Demand Curve for a Monopolistic Competitor Slopes Downward Because

question 16

Multiple Choice

The demand curve for a monopolistic competitor slopes downward because:

• A) quantity demanded drops to zero after a slight price increase.
• B) there are close, but not perfect, substitutes for the product.
• C) customers have no loyalty to the product.
• D) the product is not differentiated in any way from those offered by other sellers.

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