ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

COMPETITION AND MARKET STRUCTURES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
There are 3 types of monopolies identify which of the following answer is correct.
A
Natural-production of a product from a single firmGeographical-ownership or control of a manufacturing method, process, or other scientific advance.Technological-monopoly based on the absence of other sellers in a certain geographic area
B
Natural-production of a product from a single firmGeographical-monopoly based on the absence of other sellers in a certain geographic area Technological-ownership or control of a manufacturing method, process, or other scientific advance.
C
Natural-ownership or control of a manufacturing method, process, or other scientific advance.Geographical-production of a product from a single firmTechnological-monopoly based on the absence of other sellers in a certain geographic area
D
Natural-ownership or control of a manufacturing method, process, or other scientific advance.Geographical-monopoly based on the absence of other sellers in a certain geographic area Technological-production of a product from a single firm
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The U.S. markets that operate as monopolies or near-monopolies in the U.S. include providers of water, natural gas, telecommunications, and electricity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Natural Monopoly Examples Telecommunications (Telecoms) Utilities and Energy Sector (Electric Power Supply and Grids) Oil and Gas (O&G) Railway and Subway Transportation.

Detailed explanation-3: -Single supplier. A monopolistic market is regulated by a single supplier. Barriers to entry and exit. Profit maximizer. Unique product. Price discrimination. 04-Dec-2022

Detailed explanation-4: -#1 – Simple monopoly. #2 – Pure monopoly. #3 – Natural monopoly. #4 – Legal monopoly. #5 – Public or industrial monopoly. #1 – Maximizes profits. #2 – Sets prices. #3 – Poses high entry barriers. More items

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