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perfectly elastic:
P=AR=MR, at prot
maximising level where
MR=MC, P=MC
Idea of equitable
May erode value of monopolist's existing products, distribution is
tend to favour status quo normative
Contestable markets
Consumer choice
Key conditions Tends to engage in multiple branding whereby rm
1. no sunk costs and exit costs, capital equipment is produces same products packaged under different
transferable brand names -- false illusion of consumer choice
2. perfect information and ability of all suppliers to use
the best available production tech in the market
3. low consumer loyalty
Theory of contestable markets: what is
crucial in determining price and output is
Hit and run competition presence of real threat of competition