Suppose the market for gasoline retailing (gas stations) in an island economy has 12 firms.The two largest firms each account for 30% of sales,the third accounts for 15%,the fourth for 7%,the fifth for 4% and the remaining firms for 2% each.Which of the following statements best describes the structure of this local industry?
A) This industry is an oligopoly.
B) This industry is perfectly competitive.
C) This industry is a monopoly.
D) This industry is monopolistically competitive.
E) Either A or D could be correct.
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