Econ Micro (book Only)
Econ Micro (book Only)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781337408066
Author: William A. McEachern
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 10, Problem 12P
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Whether each of the following is a characteristic of perfect competition, monopolistic competition, oligopoly, and/or monopoly:

  1. A large number of sellers
  2. Product is a commodity
  3. Advertising by firms
  4. Barriers to entry
  5. Firms are price makers

Concept Introduction:

Perfect Competition: Perfect Competition describes a market structure in which the number of buyers and sellers is very large, and the competition among sellers is at its greatest possible level.

Monopolistic Competition: Monopolistic competition is a type of competition where producers offer products that are differentiated from one another (e.g. by quality).

Oligopoly: Oligopoly refers to a market which is dominated by a small number of large sellers (oligopolists). Oligopoly has its own market structure.

Monopoly: Monopoly refers to a market structure where there is a single seller who is engaged in selling a unique product in the market.

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