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What did Schumpeter believe about monopolies?

  • They are harmful

  • They can be beneficial

  • They are illegal

  • They are rare

Answer

Monopolies, while often seen as detrimental, can be beneficial according to Schumpeter. He believed that monopolies could drive innovation and economic growth through their ability to invest heavily in research and development. By creating new products and processes, monopolies could stimulate competition and ultimately benefit consumers.
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