The Major Economic Objective of Cartels Is to

question 151

Multiple Choice

The major economic objective of cartels is to

• A)impose their political will on others.
• B)restrict output, push up price, and increase profits.
• C)reduce costs.
• D)develop new ways of doing things.
• E)b and d

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