Which cost curve typically decreases over an extensive output range in a natural monopoly?

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Marginal cost in the long runMarginal cost in the short runAverage cost in the long runMarginal cost over the long run

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In a natural monopoly, the long-run average cost curve continuously declines across a wide span of output, reflecting economies of scale. This characteristic distinguishes it from marginal cost curves, which do not consistently decrease over such ranges.

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Which cost curve typically decreases over an extensive output range in a natural monopoly?

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