question archive Which of the following is a characteristic of a monopoly market? a
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a monopoly market?
a. one firm is the only supplier of a product for which there are no close substitutes
b. entry into the market is blocked
c. the firm can influence market price
d. all of the above
The correct option is d. all of the above.
A monopoly is a market in which there is only a single firm. This firm either puts barriers around itself to prevent competition or these barriers come into existence without any anti-competitive measures from the incumbent firm. As the firm is the only in its market and consumers do not have any other option, the firm can charge a price that maximizes its profits.