In a Certain Industry, Two Large Producers Have Just Merged

question 22

Multiple Choice

In a certain industry, two large producers have just merged to form a much larger company.What indicator is most likely to reflect this change?

• A)the unemployment rate
• B)the balance of trade deficit
• C)the labor force participation rate
• D)the occupational prestige scores
• E)the four-firm concentration ratio

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