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The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is an example of which form of market structure? Discuss its characteristic features.

20 Oct 2021
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OPEC, the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries, exemplifies a unique form of market structure known as a "cartel." In the realm of introductory microeconomics, understanding different market structures is crucial for comprehending how firms interact and compete within an economy.

A cartel is a group of independent producers or sellers who join forces to regulate the production, pricing, and marketing of a particular product, in this case, petroleum. OPEC was founded in 1960 and currently consists of 13 member countries, including major oil-producing nations like Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, and Venezuela.

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