Describe the concept of predatory pricing.

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Describe the concept of predatory pricing.

Predatory pricing refers to a strategy employed by a dominant firm in a market to drive out or deter potential competitors by temporarily setting prices below their cost of production. The purpose of predatory pricing is to create barriers to entry and maintain or increase the firm's market power. This practice is considered anti-competitive and illegal in many jurisdictions as it can harm consumer welfare and restrict competition in the long run.