Suppose There Is Only One Producer of Frames, a Necessary

question 96

Multiple Choice

Suppose there is only one producer of frames, a necessary component in manufacturing computer monitors.Because of the threat of entry, this firm charges its customers a price equal to average cost.One reason that a producer of computer monitors may make rather than buy frames is

• A)the frame supplier may be unreliable
• B)the total cost of the components of frames is the same as the price of frames purchased in the market
• C)the frame manufacturer has no incentive to make high-quality frames
• D)managers at the computer monitor firm place a high value on their time
• E)the frame manufacturer will soon go out of business because firms do not produce goods for the market that can be made in-house

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Definitions:

Symbolic Interactionism

A sociological perspective focusing on how individuals interpret and give meaning to their social world through symbols and interactions.

Subjective Meanings

The personal or individual interpretations and perceptions of reality, which can differ significantly from one person to another.

Class Conflict

The struggle between classes to resist and overcome the opposition of other classes.