A Merger Will Usually Be Challenged If Which of the Following

question 38

Multiple Choice

A merger will usually be challenged if which of the following is expected to occur as a result of the merger?

• A)a price increase
• B)a price decrease
• C)an increase in consumer surplus
• D)competition remains after the merger

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