When a Cartel Member Produces More Output and Lowers Prices

question 88

Multiple Choice

When a cartel member produces more output and lowers prices,:

• A) the entire cartel is made more profitable.
• B) it receives all the benefits of the increased sales and the other members bear the burden of lower profits.
• C) it enjoys only a fraction of the benefits of selling more units.
• D) it bears the entire cost of lower prices.

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