Which of the following firms is most likely to be a pure monopolist?

A. A grocery store in a large city
B. The only gas station in a small, isolated town
C. A clothing retailer with the best location in a mall
D. The most popular hot dog vendor on a city street corner


Answer: B

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Figure 7-8


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a.
1

b.
2

c.
3

d.
4

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