Which of the Following Is True of a Typical Firm

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a typical firm in a monopolistically competitive industry?

• A)Product differentiation allows a successful firm to emerge as a market leader in the industry.
• B)All firms have identical cost structures.
• C)The more successful firms have an incentive to merge in order to exert greater market power.
• D)Each firm acts independently.

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Definitions:

Rescind

To revoke, cancel, or annul a contract or agreement, typically due to the discovery of errors or fraud.

Innocent Misrepresentation

A false statement made by one party to another without knowledge of its falsity, not intended to deceive, but which leads the other party to enter into a contract or agreement.

Damages

Monetary compensation awarded by a court to a person who has suffered loss or harm due to the unlawful act or negligence of another.

Nondisclosure

An agreement in which parties agree not to reveal information covered by the agreement.