The Competition Bureau Is Investigating a Complaint Involving Allegations of Refusals

question 57

Multiple Choice

The Competition Bureau is investigating a complaint involving allegations of refusals to supply retailers that sell below the producer's recommended retail price printed on the product package.Why is the Competition Bureau concerned with this practice?

• A) Protections for consumers lie in the criminal and civil price maintenance provisions.
• B) It is considered a serious criminal offence under the Competition Act.
• C) It attempts to prevent competition and discipline the marketplace.
• D) Interfering with consumers' right to the lowest possible price is a criminal offence.

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