Scenario 16-1
Assume that the countries of Irun and Urun are the only two producers of crude oil. Further assume that both countries have entered into an agreement to maintain certain production levels in order to maximize profits. In the world market for oil, the demand curve is downward sloping.
-Refer to Scenario 16-1.The fact that both countries have colluded to earn higher profit shows their desire to keep production levels
A)above the monopoly level of output.
B)below the Nash equilibrium level of output.
C)equal to the Nash equilibrium level of output
D)above the Nash equilibrium level of output.

Question

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Collusion to maximize profits typically involves reducing output below the Nash equilibrium level, where each firm acts independently, to increase prices and profits.

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