Monopoly and Oligopoly Flashcards

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Monopoly definition

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Where there is only one supplier to a market

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Features of a firm without competition

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  • The government may intervene to create competition.
    • Prices will be higher.
      Less products will be produced.
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3
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Define a natural monopoly

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Where one firm can supply the entire market at a lower cost than if there were several firms.

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Barriers to entry

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Barriers to entry

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