The Shape of the Monopolist's Demand Curve Indicates That

question 25

Multiple Choice

The shape of the monopolist's demand curve indicates that:

• A)profit per unit increases as more units are sold.
• B)demand for the good produced by a monopoly firm is elastic.
• C)the firm practices price discrimination.
• D)price and output are inversely related for the firm.

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