The Competition Bureau Is Investigating a Complaint Involving Allegations of Refusals

question 66

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 these practices?

• A) Protections for consumers lie in the criminal and civil price maintenance provisions.
• B) Both are considered serious criminal offences under the Competition Act.
• C) Both attempt 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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