Which of the following market would most closely satisfy the requirements for a competitive market ?
Correct answer: D. milk
- A. electricity
- B. cable television
- C. cola
- D. milk
- E. All of these answers represent competitive markets
Explanation
Milk is produced by many relatively small sellers and is fairly homogeneous, making it closer to a competitive market than electricity, cable television, or branded cola. The other markets have stronger barriers, product differentiation, or concentration.
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