Which of the Following Is Not Prohibited by the Clayton

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not prohibited by the Clayton Act, even if it reduces competition?

• A)merger accomplished through the acquisition of another firm's stock
• B)merger accomplished through the acquisition of another firm's assets
• C)price discrimination that cannot be justified on the basis of cost differences
• D)exclusive dealing contracts
• E)interlocking directorates

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