If there are low barriers to entry, a monopolist
A) might undertake investment to lower marginal cost in the face of a potential rival.
B) will undertake investment to lower marginal cost in order to increase profits.
C) will not undertake investment to lower marginal cost under any circumstances because profits are lower.
D) Both A and B.
A
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