ES2550: Microeconomics Week 8 Analysis 2

Current Monopolies

research information on companies that have engaged in monopoly behavior, such as Microsoft, Google, or Wal-Mart, and explain how society has been affected by the monopoly behavior using that information. In your analysis include the following points, providing specific examples where appropriate:

• Discuss the current monopoly to provide a brief overview of the company.
• How did the monopoly arise? Did the monopoly increase barriers to entry?
• Does the company behave like a monopoly or more like a competitive firm?
• Has the monopoly been cited for monopoly behavior? If so, discuss the behavior and the final outcome of the case. (Hint: Both Microsoft and Wal-Mart have been found guilty of monopoly behavior.)

Submission Requirements:

• Attach a Word document of 150 to 250 words that contains all answers.
• Format: Double line space, Times New Roman, 12-point font
• Formal references in APA format must be provided.
Minimum: 150 words

Maximum: 250 words
• This submission must be paraphrased in your own words. Adhere to the academic honesty policy.
• No more than 10% of your document can be quoted. Avoid answering any of the questions with a quote. Quotes should support your discussion instead of answering questions for you.