Firm A is a monopsonist that faces a labor supply elasticity of 2.4 whereas Firm B is a monopsonist that faces a labor supply elasticity of 1.4. Which of these monopsonists has a higher markup over wage?

A) Firm A
B) Firm B
C) They both pay the same.
D) It is impossible to tell which pays a higher wage.

B

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