Examine the behavior of perfect competitive markets. How are prices determined in competitive markets? How does competition affect the profits of a firm or industry? What does society gain from market competition?

Examine the behavior of perfect competitive markets. How are prices determined in competitive markets? How does competition affect the profits of a firm or industry? What does society gain from market competition?

Principles of Economics 2e

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Author:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Publisher:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Chapter8: Perfect Competition

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