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Market Power

Market power is the ability of a firm to influence or control the price and supply of its product in the market. In a monopoly, the absence of competitive pressures endows the sole provider with significant market power, often leading to less favorable outcomes for consumers.

Barriers to Entry

Barriers to entry are obstacles that prevent new competitors from easily entering a market, which can include legal restrictions, high startup costs, technological challenges, or control of key resources. In a monopoly, significant barriers sustain the single seller's market dominance.

Monopoly

A monopoly is a specific type of market structure dominated by a single seller offering a unique product without close substitutes. This lack of competition allows the monopolist to potentially control prices and market output, impacting consumer choice and market efficiency.

Market Structure

Market structure refers to the organizational and competitive characteristics of a market, categorizing how many firms operate, the type of products they offer, and the ease of entry and exit for new competitors. It provides the framework for analyzing competition and market dynamics in various industries.

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