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Monopolistic competition features numerous sellers, each offering a slightly differentiated product, enabling firms to have a monopoly over their unique products. The industry allows free entry, which drives long-term profits to zero as competitors enter the market. In the short run, firms face a downward-sloping demand curve similar to monopolies, allowing for potential economic profits. This dynamic leads to unique market behaviors, illustrating the delicate balance between product differentiation and competition.
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