Microeconomics: Principles, Problems, & Policies, 20th Edition

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ISBN 10: 0077660811
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Chapter 12 - Pure Monopoly - Discussion Questions - Page 275: 8

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Natural monopolies generally are regulated, for due to the high price of entering the industry, there are very few, if any, competitors. As a result, the government will regulate prices to keep these businesses from taking advantage of people.
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