Which of the Following Is True of a Monopoly in the Short

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a monopoly in the short run?

• A)It can charge whatever price it wants.
• B)It charges more than consumers are willing to pay.
• C)It is constrained by marginal cost in setting price.
• D)It is constrained by consumer demand in setting price.
• E)It always earns an economic profit.

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