An unregulated natural monopoly is most likely to Multiple Choice earn an economic profit. produce where marginal cost equals price. charge a lower price than if the same product were produced in a competitive market because of the monopolist's greater technical efficiency. take advantage of the concept of marginal cost pricing.
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