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altibaby

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Using the information in the table, develop the four-firm concentration ratio. Would you classify this industry as an oligopoly? Explain your answer.
 
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In the United States, which of the following is an example of a government-inhibited good?
 
  A) museums
  B) concerts
  C) cigarettes
  D) sports stadiums


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Reply #1 on: Jun 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The four-firm concentration ratio is 93 percent (800/860 multiplied by 100). This industry would be classified as an oligopoly if we use the rule of thumb that says that an oligopoly exists when the four-firm concentration ratio is at least 75.

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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