A monopoly is an inefficient way to produce a product because
a) it can earn both short-run and long-run profits.
b) it faces a downward-sloping demand curve.
c) the cost to the monopolist of producing one more unit exceeds the value of that unit to potential buyers.
d) it produces a smaller level of output than would be produced in a competitive market.
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