Which statement correctly describes the supply curve of a monopolist?

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It does not have a supply curveIt corresponds to the marginal cost curve above the average variable costIt matches the marginal cost curve above the average total costIt is the rising segment of the average total cost curveIt is the upward-sloping part of the average variable cost curve

Explanation

A monopolist does not have a well-defined supply curve because its output decision depends on marginal revenue and marginal cost, not solely on price. Therefore, unlike a perfectly competitive firm, a monopolist's supply curve does not exist.