Why Does a Efficiency Loss Arise Under Monopoly Rather Than

question 34

Multiple Choice

Why does a efficiency loss arise under monopoly rather than under perfect competition?

• A)A monopolist charges a lower price for the product to gain market entry.
• B)A monopolist sells a lesser quantity at a higher price.
• C)There is a net increase in consumer surplus but a net decline in producer surplus.
• D)There is an increase in producer surplus,consumer surplus remaining unchanged.
• E)A monopolist sells a greater quantity than a perfect competitor.