Microlith is a small firm whose product is identical to that of the other firms in the industry.  A quick check of its NAICS code group reveals that the 50-firm concentration ratio for the industry is 3%. What will be the effect of Labor costs rising across the industry?  Write a short narrative explaining how the market will adjust in the long run. Draw a neat 2-panel diagram illustrating the answer to 1b

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Microlith is a small firm whose product is identical to that of the other firms in the industry.  A quick check of its NAICS code group reveals that the 50-firm concentration ratio for the industry is 3%.

What will be the effect of Labor costs rising across the industry?  Write a short narrative explaining how the market will adjust in the long run.

Draw a neat 2-panel diagram illustrating the answer to 1b

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