Which of the following statements explains why monopolies weaken the functioning of the invisible hand?

A) A monopoly is a price taker.
B) The quantity produced by a monopoly is too low.
C) Monopolies face an upward sloping demand curve.
D) A monopoly sets the price of its good below marginal costs.

B

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