ENGR.ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
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In a
a. every seller tries to distinguish itself by offering a
better product than its rivals.
b. every seller takes the
by market conditions.
c. every seller tries to undercut the prices charged
by its rivals.
d. one seller has successfully outcompeted its rivals
so no other sellers remain
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