If an oligopolist is faced with a marginal revenue curve that has a gap in it, we may assume that:

A. it is colluding with its rivals to maximize joint profits.
B. its demand curve is kinked.
C. it is selling a standardized product.
D. it is selling a differentiated product.


Answer: B

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