Given the same costs, a competitive market maximizes profit by selling a ______ output and charging a ______ price than would a monopolist.

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In a competitive market, firms sell a larger output at a lower price compared to a monopolist because competition drives prices down and increases the quantity supplied to meet demand, unlike a monopolist who restricts output to raise prices and maximize profits.

Given the Same Costs, a Competitive Market Maximizes Profit by Selling