Suppose the local electrical company, a legal monopoly based on economies of scale, was split into four firms of equal size, with the idea that eliminating the monopoly would promote competitive pricing of electricity. What do you anticipate would happen to prices? Why?

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Q: What are the necessary conditions for a monopoly position in the market to be established?

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Q: Is monopoly really necessary in the economy? Explain your answer.

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A: False

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