(a) There are many skin care product outlets in most of the major shopping centres in Singapore. Each skin care product is slightly different from other brands in the market and each outlet is making economic profits. (i) What is the type of market structure that fits the description of the skin care product market? Is this market structure in the short run or long run equilibrium? (2 marks) (ii) Will new skin care product firms find it attractive to enter the market? Explain briefly. (2 marks) (iii) Discuss briefly any TWO (2) methods of differentiating skin care products. (2 marks) (iv) When is the situation when new skin care products firms do not want to enter this market? Explain your answer. (2 marks)
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