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If a viable monopolist must pay a new franchise tax ( a flat sum to operate), he will unless profits fall below zero:
a) increase output.
b) decrease output.
c) lower price.
d) make no change in price or quantity, but earn less profits
e) raise price to keep profits at the same level.

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