Which of the following is not a necessary characteristic of a perfectly competitive industry? Multiple Choice The industry or market demand is highly elastic. Firms can easily enter or exit the industry. There are so many firms that none can influence market price. Consumers see no difference between the product of one firm and that of another.
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