The market power of a firm refers to its ability to

A. make a profit even when other firms in the industry are making losses.
B. erect entry barriers in the industry.
C. affect the market price for its industry's output.
D. control its own output level while keeping its price the same as the prices charged by other firms.


Answer: C

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