Using the Monopoly model, show using diagrams how a monopolist may sustain abnormal profits for the indefinite future. Should the competition commission litigate against firms who have a dominant market position? In your answer, make sure you use a diagram, list the assumptions for the model, and give examples of real world markets that may be dominated by monopolists.

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