The Difference in Total Surplus Between the Socially Efficient Level

question 336

Multiple Choice

The difference in total surplus between the socially efficient level of production and the monopolist's level of production is

• A)offset by regulatory revenues.
• B)called a deadweight loss.
• C)equal to the monopolist's profit.
• D)Both b and c are correct.

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