Author Question: Monopolies exist for each of the following reasons, EXCEPT: a. competitors are legally unable to ... (Read 15 times)

lilldybug07

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 546
Monopolies exist for each of the following reasons, EXCEPT:
 a. competitors are legally unable to challenge them.
  b. they have control over resources with very few good substitutes.
  c. it is sometimes inefficient to have competition in certain markets.
  d. it increases both producer and consumer surplus.

Question 2

A monopolist maximizes profit:
 a. by charging the highest possible price on the demand curve.
  b. by charging a price that equals its marginal cost.
  c. by producing a level of output where the average-cost curve intersects the demand curve.
  d. by producing a level of output where marginal revenue equals marginal cost.
  e. by charging a price equal to its average total cost.



macagn

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 345
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

d



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Essential fatty acids have been shown to be effective against ulcers, asthma, dental cavities, and skin disorders such as acne.

Did you know?

People often find it difficult to accept the idea that bacteria can be beneficial and improve health. Lactic acid bacteria are good, and when eaten, these bacteria improve health and increase longevity. These bacteria included in foods such as yogurt.

Did you know?

Approximately 15–25% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many miscarriages often occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant.

Did you know?

Although not all of the following muscle groups are commonly used, intramuscular injections may be given into the abdominals, biceps, calves, deltoids, gluteals, laterals, pectorals, quadriceps, trapezoids, and triceps.

Did you know?

The oldest recorded age was 122. Madame Jeanne Calment was born in France in 1875 and died in 1997. She was a vegetarian and loved olive oil, port wine, and chocolate.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library