The Larger the Herfindahl Index, the

question 176

Multiple Choice

The larger the Herfindahl index, the

• A) less the degree of import competition in an industry.
• B) greater the degree of import competition in an industry.
• C) less the degree of market power in an industry.
• D) greater the degree of market power in an industry.

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