Practice mode Applied Microeconomics

In the UK electricity industry, some parts are a ____ while other parts are ____. Which pair completes the statement?

Correct answer A. Natural monopoly; potentially competitive

Explanation

The transmission and distribution grids are natural monopolies because duplicating networks is wasteful, whereas generation and retail supply can support several competing firms.

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