Consider the same monopoly situation as in the previous question. The deadweight loss associated with this monopoly is
A)966
B)1,058
C)2,484
D)3,680

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The deadweight loss in a monopoly is calculated as the loss in total welfare due to the monopolist setting a higher price and producing a lower quantity than in a competitive market. The correct answer is based on the specific details of the monopoly situation provided in the previous question, which indicate that the deadweight loss is 1,058.

Consider the Same Monopoly Situation as in the Previous Question