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The monopolist that maximizes profit: A. does not impose a cost on society because the selling price is above marginal cost. B. does not impose a cost on society because price is equal to marginal cost. C. imposes a

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The monopolist that maximizes profit: A. does not impose a cost on society because the selling price is above marginal cost. B. does not impose a cost on society because price is equal to marginal cost. C. imposes a cost on society because the selling price is equal to marginal cost. D. imposes a cost on society because the selling price is above marginal cost.

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