Macroeconomics
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Author: PARKIN, Michael
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Chapter 15, Problem 1SPA
To determine
Identify the market
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Figure-1 illustrates the market demand curve and cost curve of PC chips producers, Intel, and AMD below:
In figure-1, the x-axis shows the quantity produced by both firms per year and the y-axis shows the price and costs. There are only two producers for PC chips. Thereare no legal barriers to the entry of new firms. Thus, the market for PC chips can be considered as a market for the natural oligopoly than a natural duopoly. However, the given demand curve and the
Economics Concept Introduction
Duopoly: A duopoly is an imperfect market situation, wherein only two sellers produce the goods and services.
Average total cost: The average total cost refers to the cost per unit. It is the summation of the
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