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Discuss any four differences between monopoly and monopolistic competition.
Distinguish between monopoly and monopolistic competition.
In what ways does monopoly differ from monopolistic competition?
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Solution
| Sr. No. | Basis | Monopoly | Monopolistic competition |
| 1. | Number of Sellers | There exists only single seller. | There are a large number of small sellers. |
| 2. | Product | Monopolist may sell homogeneous or differentiated products | Products are different but are close substitute of one another. |
| 3. | Entry of Firms | Entry of new firms in the market is restricted. | Free entry or exit of firms into the market. |
| 4. | Selling Costs | Only informative selling costs are incurred. | Huge amount of money is spent on advertisements, etc. |
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