Cartels Can More Easily Detect Cheating by Cartel Members If

question 27

Multiple Choice

Cartels can more easily detect cheating by cartel members if the products sold by each member are largely homogeneous. As product quality varies, the observed prices charged by cartel members may be due to differences in the products, or they may be due to cheating. Which of the following goods would more difficult to monitor for potential cheating?

• A) Aluminum ingots
• B) Industrial concrete
• C) Steel beams
• D) Luxury yachts

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