Which of the following statements is true for both Microsoft and a locally owned restaurant?

A. Both confront perfectly elastic demand for their products.
B. Both are perfect competitors.
C. Neither firm is able to influence the price of their products.
D. Both seek to maximize profits.


Answer: D

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