One Factor That Has Prevented the Formation of Cartels for Producers

question 209

Multiple Choice

One factor that has prevented the formation of cartels for producers of commodities is that:

• A) The demand for commodities tends to be price inelastic
• B) Substitute products exist for many commodities
• C) Commodity produces have been able to dominate world markets
• D) Production of most commodities is capital intensive

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Definitions:

Noncontrolling Interest

A minority share in a subsidiary that is not enough to exert control, often reflected in the parent company's financial statements as part of equity but separate from the parent's equity.

Consolidated Balance Sheet

A financial statement that combines all the assets, liabilities, and equity of a parent company and its subsidiaries into one document.

Acquisition

The process by which one company purchases most or all of another company's shares to gain control of that company.

Control Premium

An additional amount paid over the current market value of a company when acquiring a controlling interest, reflecting the value of gaining control.