Multiple Choice
Because natural monopolies have a declining average cost curve, regulating natural monopolies by setting price equal to marginal cost would
A) cause the monopolist to operate at a loss.
B) result in a less than optimal total surplus.
C) maximize producer surplus.
D) result in higher profits for the monopoly.
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