Multiple Choice
Which of the following could be true of perfect competition but not of monopoly?
A) The government licenses production of the good to a few firms.
B) The government grants a patent for the good.
C) A firm can earn economic profit in the long run.
D) If price falls below average variable cost, it pays to shut down.
E) There are no barriers to entry.
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