When There Are Large Network Effects of Adopting a New

question 9

Multiple Choice

When there are large network effects of adopting a new technology, firms often feel that government regulation or joint ventures can solve the:

• A) problem excessive investment.
• B) coordination problem.
• C) elimination of the new technology.
• D) market problem.

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