A pharmaceuticals manufacturer develops a unique new drug that only it is capable of producing. The exclusive product allows the manufacturer to dictate prices, set standards of quality, and determine availability for the drug. This is an example of a(n)

A. monopoly.
B. conglomerate.
C. oligopoly.
D. oligarchy.


Answer: A

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