Question

In Chicago's Southside (and other places), auto mechanics (who work outside the formal sector, without a business license, advertising, or even a garage) will do work for gang members without charging them. In exchange, gang members chase away other mechanics who wish to operate in the area. These auto mechanics have monopoly power; what type of source does it come from?

Answer 1

Answer: barrier and network externalities monopoly power

Explanation:

This is platform were other potential competitors in same trade are discouraged from entering into the same market(by gang members) area thereby giving them monopolistic power over the area where their business operates.