The Type of Merger Most Likely to Reduce Competition in an Industry

question 10

Multiple Choice

The type of merger most likely to reduce competition in an industry is a(n) __________ merger.

• A)horizontal
• B)vertical
• C)conglomerate
• D)international

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Definitions:

Pragmatist

Someone who approaches problems by dealing with them in a practical way rather than by following a set of ideas or theories.

White-Collar Work

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