Which of the following makes collusion amongst oligopolists easier to sustain? In other words, which of the following makes it more likely for oligopolists to reach the cartel outcome (relative to the competitive outcome)? Choice 1 of 4:a. The ability the firms to observe each other’s outcomes (e.g., prices or quantities)Choice 2 of 4:b. An increase in the number of firms in the marketChoice 3 of 4:c. A reduction in barriers to entry in the marketChoice 4 of 4:d. None of the above factors makes collusion easier to sustain.
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