Question

Classify the assumptions according to whether or not each item is an assumption made under perfect competition (also known as pure competition or competitive industry).
Assumed in perfect competition Not assumed in perfect competition
a. price-taking behavior
b. a small number of producers
c. firms selling a similar but differentiated good
d. significant barriers to entry

Answer 1

Answer:

Option “A” is the assumption of perfect competition while options B, C, and D are not the assumption of perfect competition.

Explanation:

Option A, is the assumption of perfect competition because, in the perfect competition, the industry decides the price with the help of market forces demand and supply. Moreover, this determined price is followed by firms in the industry. While the other options are not assumed in perfect competition because there are a large number of firms that can be seen in perfect competition and these firms sell homogeneous goods. Furthermore, the firms are free to enter and exit the market.