Scenario 3

question 93

Multiple Choice

Scenario 3.1 Use the following to answer the question.
Meyers Sporting Goods, a national chain, has been doing business with Soljur Sports, a manufacturer of skateboards, for several years. Recently, it came to the attention of Meyers' financial director that the average cost per Soljur Sports skateboard had substantially increased over that of the previous year. The financial director asked the marketing department if they knew what the Soljur skateboards cost at competing sporting goods stores, to see if they too were likely hit with a higher cost.
The marketing department found that the Soljur skateboards were priced at $15 less in the competing store than at Meyers. The financial director found that Soljur Sports was selling a similar number of skateboards to one of Meyers' competitors for $10 less per skateboard. The attorney for Meyers Sporting Goods immediately filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.
Refer to Scenario 3.1. If the Federal Trade Commission believes that Soljur Sports is acting in violation of the law, the first move for the FTC is to

• A) issue a cease-and-desist order.
• B) issue a complaint stating that the business is in violation of the law.
• C) seek a monetary penalty.
• D) issue negative publicity about the company.
• E) contact the sporting goods manufacturers association

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Definitions:

National Security

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Presidential Order

A directive issued by the President of the United States that manages operations of the federal government.

Armed Forces

The military forces of a country, which include the army, navy, air force, and sometimes other branches, responsible for defense and warfare operations.

Military-Industrial Complex

The military-industrial complex refers to the close relationship and mutual interests among military leaders, government, and defense contractors, often criticized for promoting military expenditure and involvement in conflicts for profit.