A Monopoly Exists Because of

question 100

Multiple Choice

A monopoly exists because of

• A)barriers to entry
• B)the large number of buyers and sellers
• C)the absence of barriers to entry
• D)collusion among the dominant firms
• E)the absence of exclusive government franchises

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Definitions:

Nucleophilicity

A measure of the ability of a chemical species to donate an electron pair to an electrophile, thus forming a chemical bond.

Hydroxylic Solvents

Solvents that contain -OH groups and can participate in hydrogen bonding, affecting solubility and reaction outcomes.

Nucleophilicity

A measure of the ability of a chemical species to donate an electron pair and form a covalent bond.

Polar and Protic

Describes a type of solvent that has a polar bond and is capable of donating hydrogen ions (protons).