Assume a Hypothetical Case Where an Industry Begins as Perfectly

question 245

Multiple Choice

Assume a hypothetical case where an industry begins as perfectly competitive and then becomes a monopoly.Which of the following statements comparing the conditions in the industry under both market structures is true?

• A)A monopoly will produce more and charge a higher price than would a perfectly competitive industry producing the same good.
• B)A monopoly will produce more and advertise more than would a perfectly competitive industry producing the same good.
• C)A monopoly will produce less and charge a higher price than would a perfectly competitive industry producing the same good.
• D)A monopoly will produce less and charge a lower price than would a perfectly competitive industry producing the same good.

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