2.1 Graphically illustrate and explain the monopolist’s output decision. 2.2 The ultimate determinant of monopoly power is the firm’s elasticity of demand. What three factors determine a firm’s elasticity of demand? Explain this in the context of a South African example of a monopoly. 2.3 What is meant by the term “monopsony power”? What are some sources of monopsony power? What determines the amount of monopsony power an individual firm is likely to have?

2.1 Graphically illustrate and explain the monopolist’s output decision. 2.2 The ultimate determinant of monopoly power is the firm’s elasticity of demand. What three factors determine a firm’s elasticity of demand? Explain this in the context of a South African example of a monopoly. 2.3 What is meant by the term “monopsony power”? What are some sources of monopsony power? What determines the amount of monopsony power an individual firm is likely to have?

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