Which of the Following Is a Reason Why a Firm

question 95

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why a firm would not engage in price discrimination?

• A)Price discrimination is illegal in some western states and the owners of firms in these states face civil or criminal prosecution if they engage in price discrimination.
• B)Some firms are not able to segment the market for the products they sell.
• C)Some firms do not want to violate the law of one price.
• D)The transactions costs associated with selling the product exceed the price of the product.

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Definitions:

Sold

The process whereby an item, service, or asset is exchanged for money or other consideration, resulting in a transfer of ownership.

Foreclosed

The legal process by which an owner's right to a property is terminated, usually due to failure to make mortgage payments.

Vickrey Auction

A sealed-bid auction where the highest bidder wins but pays the price offered by the second-highest bidder.

Willingness To Pay

The maximum amount a consumer is prepared to spend for a particular good or service, reflecting the value they place on it.