Suppose a monopolist faces the demand curve and cost curves shown below. FIGURE 10-5
-Refer to Figure 10-5.If this single-price monopolist is producing at the profit-maximizing level of output,consumer surplus is represented by the area

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Suppose a monopolist faces the demand curve and cost curves shown below.  FIGURE 10-5
-Refer to Figure 10-5.If this single-price monopolist is producing at the profit-maximizing level of output,consumer surplus is represented by the area

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Consumer surplus is the area above the price level and below the demand curve, up to the quantity sold. In a monopoly, this is represented by the area between the demand curve and the price line at the profit-maximizing output level.

Suppose a Monopolist Faces the Demand Curve and Cost Curves