Asked by Chris Turner on Apr 27, 2024

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Firms ________ in monopolistic competition due to product differentiation.

A) have no control over price
B) have blocked entry
C) gain control over price
D) are limited in number

Control Over Price

The ability of a company or market to influence or set the price of goods and services.

Product Differentiation

The process of distinguishing a product or service from others, to make it more attractive to a particular target market.

  • Comprehend the importance of distinguishing products in enabling organizations in monopolistically competitive sectors to maintain partial control over their pricing strategies.
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Andrey TroshinApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In monopolistic competition, firms can differentiate their products from those of competitors, which gives them some control over the price they charge. This is unlike perfect competition, where firms are price takers due to the homogeneous nature of the product.