ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

MARKET FAILURES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An oligopoly is a market or an industry
A
that is dominated by just a few firms that produce similar or identical products.
B
in which a large number of firms produce essentially the same product.
C
that consists of a single producer of a product that has no close substitutes.
D
in which a large number of producers provide goods that are similar but varied.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An oligopoly is when a few companies exert significant control over a given market. Together, these companies may control prices by colluding with each other, ultimately providing uncompetitive prices in the market.

Detailed explanation-2: -An oligopoly refers to a market structure that consists of a small number of firms, who together have substantial influence over a certain industry or market. While the group holds a great deal of market power, no one company within the group has enough sway to undermine the others or steal market share.

Detailed explanation-3: -Oligopoly markets are markets dominated by a small number of suppliers. They can be found in all countries and across a broad range of sectors. Some oligopoly markets are competitive, while others are significantly less so, or can at least appear that way.

Detailed explanation-4: -Oligopoly. An oligopoly is dominated by a few firms, resulting in limited competition. They can collaborate with or compete against each other to use their collective market power to drive up prices and earn more profit.

Detailed explanation-5: -A ‘duopoly’ is a type of oligopoly where in two firms have dominant or exclusive control over a market.

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