Usually when a monopoly that isn't a natural monopoly is broken up, the losses to the producer outweigh the gains to consumers.

a. true
b. false


b. false

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What will be an ideal response?

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One method of addressing an excess demand in a market that is created by a price ceiling is to

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A. tacos. B. ketchup. C. burgers. D. pizza.

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