Directions: In this section of the test, there are ten paragraph

Directions: In this section of the test, there are ten paragraphs. Each of the paragraphs is followed by an incomplete phrase or sentence which summarizes the main idea of the paragraph. Spell out the missing letters of the word on your Answer Sheet.
Paragraph Five
Economists long ago point out why it is bad for a single firm to dominate a market. They believe that monopolists can set prices almost as they please. Worse, if a company has no fear of competition, it needn't worry too much about keeping customers happy and creating new and better products.
The c_____ of monopoly
【正确答案】：consequences