Assume the following scenarios. First, identify their nature of the situation (that is, which type of game and situation is implied) and second, discuss each one of them in terms of outcomes and possible solutions. (a) A cartel has a collective interest in restricting output to earn a monopoly profit. At the same time, cartel members can increase their individual profits by cheating on the cartel, that is, exceeding their quotas. (b) Abnormally cold winter temperatures bring the threat of a shortage of natural gas for heating buildings and homes.

Assume the following scenarios. First, identify their nature of the situation (that is, which type of game and situation is implied) and second, discuss each one of them in terms of outcomes and possible solutions. (a) A cartel has a collective interest in restricting output to earn a monopoly profit. At the same time, cartel members can increase their individual profits by cheating on the cartel, that is, exceeding their quotas. (b) Abnormally cold winter temperatures bring the threat of a shortage of natural gas for heating buildings and homes.

Microeconomics

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Author:Roger A. Arnold

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Chapter11: Monopolistic Competition, Oligopoly, And Game Theory

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