The theory of monopoly assumes that the monopoly firm
A)faces a downward-sloping supply curve that is the same as its marginal revenue curve.
B)faces a downward-sloping demand curve.
C)produces more than the perfectly competitive firm under identical demand and cost conditions.
D)produces a product for which there are many close substitutes.
E)none of the above

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The theory of monopoly assumes that the monopoly firm faces a downward-sloping demand curve, meaning that it can set prices above marginal cost but must lower its price to sell more units, unlike a perfectly competitive firm which is a price taker.

The Theory of Monopoly Assumes That the Monopoly Firm