Discuss Many electronics stores like EMAX, and Jumbo have low-price guarantee policies. At a minimum, these guarantees promise to match a rival’s price, and some promise to beat the lowest advertised price by a given percentage. Do these types of pricing strategies result in cutthroat competition and zero economic profits? If not, why not? If so, suggest an alternative pricing strategy that will permit these firms to earn positive economic profits.

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