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Chapter 14, Problem 1BCQ
To determine
Concept Introduction:
Collusive Oligopoly: When firms co-operate with each other by a formal agreement or by an informal manner for their benefit, it is known as a collusive oligopoly. In this kind of market, firms avoid competition.
Expert Solution & Answer
Explanation of Solution
- Increased oil prices will eventually be imposed on customers. As the price of air-tickets rise, this rise in price can shift the passengers demand to some other alternative.
- Passengers will always choose to travel in airlines, which have low prices, if Virgin Airlines and British Airlines decide to collude, then together they can increase their total profit, which was earned by an increase in ticket prices, due to an increase in oil prices.
- Collusion will also help both the competitors to stay away from illegal practices and from various criminal acts.
- However, it may be the choice of both the airlines whether to collude or not.
- Collusion can be objected by the market as their collusion can reduce passengers who travel from airlines other than Virgin Airlines and British Airlines.
Conclusion:
Thus, the market might not be conducive to collusion.
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