One Factor That Has Prevented the Formation of Cartels for Producers

question 209

Multiple Choice

One factor that has prevented the formation of cartels for producers of commodities is that:

• A) The demand for commodities tends to be price inelastic
• B) Substitute products exist for many commodities
• C) Commodity produces have been able to dominate world markets
• D) Production of most commodities is capital intensive

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