Fred asked:
> Is there no product differentiation? Some firms could offer
> more frequent
> pickups, separate recyclable pickups, different day of the
> week, different
> methods of billing, better responses to complaints, allow for different
> size cans, etc. Monopolistic competition could then persist. What does
> the flyer say?
I'm sure that there are subtle differences between the firms. At least
some of them offer more pickups per week, but for a higher price.
Apparently, negotiation is common. Some companies offer promotional rates
to new residents. Companies are willing to give discounts to groups of
homeowners that live near each other, etc.
As to the flyer, according to my student, it listed nothing more than
company names and phone numbers.
Best wishes.
Andrew.
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George Mason University
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