Which of the Following Is Incorrect

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is incorrect?

• A) An auction ensures that competition among buyers sets the final price-the highest price the market will bear.
• B) An auction is less flexible than posted pricing.
• C) An auction is less time-consuming than rounds of one-on-one negotiations.
• D) An auction allows the seller to compare all buyer offers simultaneously and choose the best one.
• E) An auction preserves the seller's monopoly position.

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