Economies of scale will lead to only one firm in the industry because

A. one firm has an average cost curve, which has shifted below the average cost curves of its competitors.
B. by increasing output a firm is able to lower the cost per unit and charge lower prices driving smaller firms out of business.
C. there are governmental entry restrictions.
D. of government licensing.


Answer: B

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