Which of the following firms is most likely a price leader in an oligopolistic industry?

a. Firm A controls 15 percent of the market for automobiles.
b. Firm B accounts for 10 percent of total wheat sales.
c. Firm C controls 65 percent of the market for heavy machinery.
d. Firm D accounts for 12 percent of the fast food market.


c. Firm C controls 65 percent of the market for heavy machinery.

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What will be an ideal response?

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