2016年美国CPA模拟试题：Business（8）

　　Entry into monopolistic competition is：

　　a. Relatively easy, with only a few obstacles.

　　b. Frequent, as no obstacles exist.

　　c. Rare, as significant capital is required.

　　d. Difficult, with significant obstacles.

　　答案：A

　　Explanation

　　Choice “a” is correct. The characteristics of monopolistic competition include：

　　·Numerous firms with differentiated products.

　　·Ease of entry - few barriers.

　　·Firms exact some influence over price and market.

　　·Non-price competition is frequent and critical.

　　Choice “b” is incorrect. Monopolistic competition has a few obstacles. A market with no obstacles is in perfect competition.

　　Choice “d” is incorrect. Significant obstacles are characteristic of oligopoly.

　　Choice “c” is incorrect. Significant capital requirements represent a significant barrier to entry, which is a characteristic of an oligopoly.