Which of the Following Are Necessary Characteristics of a Monopoly

question 514

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are necessary characteristics of a monopoly? (i)
The firm is the sole seller of its product.
(ii)
The firm's product does not have close substitutes.
(iii)
The firm generates a large economic profit.
(iv)
The firm is located in a small geographic market.

• A)(i) and (ii) only
• B)(i) and (iii) only
• C)(i), (ii), and (iii) only
• D)(i), (ii), (iii), and (iv)

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Definitions:

Volume

The quantity or amount of something, often used in context with production, sales, or trading activities.

Mixed Cost

Expenses that have both variable and fixed components, varying with the level of production or sales to some degree.

Relevant Range

The range of activity or production level within which the assumed cost behavior patterns are valid, typically influencing fixed and variable costs.

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of production activity or volume, such as materials and labor directly involved in production.