Under monopoly, the portion of the outgoing consumer surplus that is not transferred to the monopoly firm or still considered consumer surplus is:

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Deadweight loss is the portion of consumer surplus that is lost due to the reduction in output and the resulting increase in price under a monopoly. The deadweight loss occurs because the monopoly reduces output below the level that would prevail in a competitive market, resulting in a loss of efficiency and a reduction in overall welfare. Thus, the portion of the outgoing consumer surplus that is not transferred to the monopoly firm or still considered consumer surplus is known as deadweight loss.

Under Monopoly, the Portion of the Outgoing Consumer Surplus That