In a monopoly market, the socially efficient quantity of output is typically higher than the profit-maximizing quantity of output for the monopolist.

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In a monopoly market, the monopolist restricts output to raise prices and maximize profits, which results in a lower quantity of output compared to the socially efficient level where marginal cost equals marginal benefit.

In a Monopoly Market, the Socially Efficient Quantity of Output