The Prisoner’s dilemma is a classic model in game theory. It demonstrates why two parties may choose not
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concentration ratio
The concentration ratio measures the level of market concentration. It shows the share of total industry production controlled
profit maximisation under monopoly
A monopoly maximizes profit by following the MR = MC rule (Marginal Revenue equals Marginal Cost). However, because
collusive oligopoly
A collusive oligopoly happens when companies in a market work together instead of competing. By cooperating, they aim
non-collusive oligopoly
A non-collusive oligopoly exists when a small number of firms operate in a market and compete independently. There
game theory
Game theory is the study of how people or companies make decisions when the outcome depends on the
contestable markets
The contestable market theory states that the behavior of firms in a market is determined more by the
price discrimination
Price discrimination happens when a company charges different prices to different customers for the same product. This is
oligopoly
An oligopoly is a market structure dominated by a small number of large companies. These firms hold significant
barriers to entry
Barriers to entry are obstacles that make it difficult for new companies to enter a market and compete