1. "Cost functions can be very important for determining the structure of a market." Discuss this analysis. Your answer should include: a) At least one diagram b) A discussion of economies of scale and what might generate these c) An explanation of when we might expect to see monopolies or competitive markets emerge.

1. "Cost functions can be very important for determining the structure of a market." Discuss this analysis. Your answer should include: a) At least one diagram b) A discussion of economies of scale and what might generate these c) An explanation of when we might expect to see monopolies or competitive markets emerge.

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