(c) One solution to the problems of marginal-cost pricing of a regulated natural monopolist is average cost pricing. In this model, the monopolist is allowed to price its production at average total cost. Differentiate between an average-cost pricing and marginal-cost pricing.

(c) One solution to the problems of marginal-cost pricing of a regulated natural monopolist is average cost pricing. In this model, the monopolist is allowed to price its production at average total cost. Differentiate between an average-cost pricing and marginal-cost pricing.

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Chapter15: Imperfect Competition

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