A defining characteristic of an oligopoly is:

A. barriers to entry prevent newcomers to such an industry.
B. firms in the industry know they are competing with a few large firms with market power.
C. easy entry and exit prevent long-run profits from being possible.
D. all firms sell a standardized product.


B. firms in the industry know they are competing with a few large firms with market power.

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What will be an ideal response?

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According to international trade theory

A) trade is based on absolute advantage. B) comparative advantage is based on absolute advantage. C) every country has a comparative advantage in something. D) less developed countries cannot trade successfully with developed countries.

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During recessions, the unemployment rate ________ and output ________.

A. rises; rises B. falls; falls C. rises; falls D. falls; rises

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