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A firm whose average total cost continually declines at least to the quantity that could supply the entire market is known as a ?

Correct answer: A. natural monopoly

  • A. natural monopoly
  • B. perfect competitor
  • C. government monopoly
  • D. regulated monopoly

Explanation

When average total cost keeps falling over the entire market demand, one large firm can supply the market more cheaply than several smaller firms. This cost structure creates a natural monopoly.

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