Which of the Following Is an Example of an Actual

question 185

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an actual cartel?

• A)the three largest cereal producers in the United States
• B)General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler
• C)the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
• D)the three major U.S.cigarette manufacturers
• E)U.S.television networks -- ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox

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Definitions:

Business Combination

A merger or acquisition in which one entity acquires the assets or shares of another, consolidating the businesses into a single legal entity.

Common Shares

represent units of ownership interest or equity in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company’s profits through dividends.

Regulatory Restrictions

Rules or limitations set by a regulatory authority that guide or constrain actions within a specific area or industry.

Transfer of Consideration

The process by which payment is made, or value is exchanged, between parties in a transaction, often related to the acquisition of assets or services.