monopoly
definition: occurs when the market is dominated by a single supplier that prevents other firms from competing.
- Barriers to entry are the main reason why monopolies exist
- Firms that are considered monopiles tend to supply a unique product where there isn’t alternatives
- Monopolies can take advantage of their power and potentially overcharge consumers
connected key terms:barriers to entry | imperfect competition | economies of scale


everyday examples
▪ google
▪ facebook
▪ microsoft
▪ apple
▪ utility companies

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